Nikon Z5 vs Olympus E-3
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Nikon Z5 vs Olympus E-3 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 24MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 51200 (Boost to 102400)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Nikon Z Mount
- 675g - 134 x 101 x 70mm
- Released July 2020
(Full Review)
- 10MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 2.5" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- No Video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 890g - 142 x 116 x 75mm
- Announced February 2008
- Older Model is Olympus E-1
- Later Model is Olympus E-5
Nikon Z5 vs Olympus E-3 Overview
Let's look much closer at the Nikon Z5 and Olympus E-3, one being a Advanced Mirrorless and the other is a Advanced DSLR by rivals Nikon and Olympus. There exists a significant gap between the resolutions of the Z5 (24MP) and E-3 (10MP) and the Z5 (Full frame) and E-3 (Four Thirds) enjoy different sensor size.
Pentax 17 Pre-Orders Outperform Expectations by a LandslideThe Z5 was announced 12 years later than the E-3 and that is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Nikon Z5 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Olympus E-3 being a Mid-size SLR camera.
Before we go in to a in-depth comparison, below is a concise overview of how the Z5 scores against the E-3 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Nikon Z5 vs Olympus E-3 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Z5 and Olympus E-3. The whole galleries are viewable at Nikon Z5 Gallery and Olympus E-3 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon Z5 over the Olympus E-3
Z5 | E-3 | |||
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Announced | July 2020 | February 2008 | Fresher by 152 months | |
Display sizing | 3.2" | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.7") | |
Display resolution | 1040k | 230k | Clearer display (+810k dot) | |
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Olympus E-3 over the Nikon Z5
E-3 | Z5 | |||
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Display type | Fully Articulated | Tilting | Fully Articulating display | |
Selfie screen | Easy selfies |
Common features in the Nikon Z5 and Olympus E-3
Z5 | E-3 | |||
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Manually focus | Very precise focus |
Nikon Z5 vs Olympus E-3 Physical Comparison
If you are looking to carry your camera, you should think about its weight and proportions. The Nikon Z5 features outside dimensions of 134mm x 101mm x 70mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.8") having a weight of 675 grams (1.49 lbs) whilst the Olympus E-3 has measurements of 142mm x 116mm x 75mm (5.6" x 4.6" x 3.0") along with a weight of 890 grams (1.96 lbs).
Compare the Nikon Z5 and Olympus E-3 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you choose during that time. Below is the front view measurement comparison of the Z5 against the E-3.
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Z5 and E-3 is 62 and 56 respectively.
Nikon Z5 vs Olympus E-3 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it can be difficult to visualize the gap between sensor sizing simply by looking at technical specs. The graphic here might give you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the Z5 and E-3.
As you have seen, each of the cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The Z5 having a larger sensor is going to make shooting shallow depth of field less difficult and the Nikon Z5 will give greater detail with its extra 14MP. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop images a little more aggressively. The more modern Z5 should have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.
Nikon Z5 vs Olympus E-3 Screen and ViewFinder
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Nikon Z5 vs Olympus E-3 Specifications
Nikon Z5 | Olympus E-3 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Nikon | Olympus |
Model type | Nikon Z5 | Olympus E-3 |
Category | Advanced Mirrorless | Advanced DSLR |
Released | 2020-07-20 | 2008-02-20 |
Body design | SLR-style mirrorless | Mid-size SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Expeed 6 | TruePic III |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | Full frame | Four Thirds |
Sensor measurements | 35.9 x 23.9mm | 17.3 x 13mm |
Sensor surface area | 858.0mm² | 224.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24MP | 10MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 |
Peak resolution | 6016 x 4016 | 3648 x 2736 |
Highest native ISO | 51200 | 3200 |
Highest enhanced ISO | 102400 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Minimum enhanced ISO | 50 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 273 | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Nikon Z | Micro Four Thirds |
Available lenses | 15 | 45 |
Focal length multiplier | 1 | 2.1 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Tilting | Fully Articulated |
Display sizing | 3.2 inches | 2.5 inches |
Display resolution | 1,040 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder resolution | 3,690 thousand dot | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | 100% |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.8x | 0.58x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30 secs | 60 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/8000 secs | 1/8000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 4.5 frames/s | 5.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | 13.00 m |
Flash modes | Front-curtain sync, slow sync, rear-curtain sync, red-eye reduction, red-eye reduction with slow sync, slow rear-curtain sync, off | Auto, Auto FP, Manual, Red-Eye |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Fastest flash sync | 1/200 secs | 1/250 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 25p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 24p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 60p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 50p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 25p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 24p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM | - |
Highest video resolution | 3840x2160 | None |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | - |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | Yes | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 675 gr (1.49 pounds) | 890 gr (1.96 pounds) |
Dimensions | 134 x 101 x 70mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.8") | 142 x 116 x 75mm (5.6" x 4.6" x 3.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | 56 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 21.6 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 10.5 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 571 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 470 pictures | - |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | EN-EL15c | - |
Self timer | Yes (2, 5, 10 or 20 secs) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC slots (UHS-II compatible) | Compact Flash (Type I or II), xD Picture Card |
Storage slots | Dual | Single |
Price at release | $1,399 | $670 |