Nikon Df vs Olympus E-510

Following is a detailed review of the Nikon Df versus Olympus E-510, both Advanced DSLR cameras by competitors Nikon and Olympus. There is a significant difference among the resolutions of the Df (16MP) and E-510 (10MP) and the Df (Full frame) and E-510 (Four Thirds) possess different sensor dimensions.

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The Df was unveiled 6 years after the E-510 which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Mid-size SLR).

Before delving through a full comparison, below is a simple view of how the Df grades against the E-510 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Df and Olympus E-510. The full galleries are provided at Nikon Df Gallery and Olympus E-510 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to carry around your camera often, you'll have to think about its weight and measurements. The Nikon Df provides physical dimensions of 144mm x 110mm x 67mm (5.7" x 4.3" x 2.6") accompanied by a weight of 760 grams (1.68 lbs) whilst the Olympus E-510 has proportions of 136mm x 92mm x 68mm (5.4" x 3.6" x 2.7") along with a weight of 490 grams (1.08 lbs).

Check the Nikon Df versus Olympus E-510 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are employing at that moment. Underneath is the front view dimension comparison of the Df compared to the E-510.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the Df and E-510 is 59 and 69 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be tough to picture the difference in sensor sizes only by looking through technical specs. The picture here will provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the Df and E-510.

As you can tell, both of the cameras posses different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The Df using its bigger sensor is going to make shooting shallower DOF less difficult and the Nikon Df will result in greater detail having an extra 6MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The younger Df provides an edge with regard to sensor innovation.