Olympus E-450 vs Sony A100
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Olympus E-450 vs Sony A100 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600
- No Video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 426g - 130 x 91 x 53mm
- Announced March 2009
- Older Model is Olympus E-330
(Full Review)
- 10MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- No Video
- Sony/Minolta Alpha Mount
- 638g - 133 x 95 x 71mm
- Announced July 2006
- Replaced the Konica Minolta 5D
- Updated by Sony A550
Olympus E-450 vs Sony A100 Overview
Here, we are analyzing the Olympus E-450 vs Sony A100, both Entry-Level DSLR digital cameras by manufacturers Olympus and Sony. The sensor resolution of the E-450 (10MP) and the A100 (10MP) is fairly well matched but the E-450 (Four Thirds) and A100 (APS-C) boast totally different sensor size.
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe E-450 was unveiled 2 years after the A100 which is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact SLR).
Before we go straight to a complete comparison, here is a short introduction of how the E-450 matches up versus the A100 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Olympus E-450 vs Sony A100 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus E-450 & Sony Alpha DSLR-A100. The full galleries are available at Olympus E-450 Gallery & Sony A100 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus E-450 over the Sony A100
E-450 | A100 | |||
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Announced | March 2009 | July 2006 | More modern by 33 months | |
Display size | 2.7" | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.2") |
Reasons to pick Sony A100 over the Olympus E-450
A100 | E-450 |
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Common features in the Olympus E-450 and Sony A100
E-450 | A100 | |||
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Manual focus | Dial accurate focus | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display resolution | 230k | 230k | The same display resolution | |
Selfie screen | No selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Neither includes Touch friendly display |
Olympus E-450 vs Sony A100 Physical Comparison
For those who are planning to carry around your camera frequently, you need to factor in its weight and size. The Olympus E-450 features exterior measurements of 130mm x 91mm x 53mm (5.1" x 3.6" x 2.1") having a weight of 426 grams (0.94 lbs) whilst the Sony A100 has specifications of 133mm x 95mm x 71mm (5.2" x 3.7" x 2.8") and a weight of 638 grams (1.41 lbs).
Analyze the Olympus E-450 vs Sony A100 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you select during that time. Here is a front view scale comparison of the E-450 vs the A100.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the E-450 and A100 is 77 and 64 respectively.
Olympus E-450 vs Sony A100 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it can be difficult to envision the gap between sensor sizes merely by checking specs. The image underneath should give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the E-450 and A100.
As you can plainly see, both the cameras come with the identical MP but not the same sensor sizes. The E-450 has got the tinier sensor which is going to make obtaining shallow depth of field more challenging. The more modern E-450 is going to have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.
Olympus E-450 vs Sony A100 Screen and ViewFinder
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Olympus E-450 vs Sony A100 Specifications
Olympus E-450 | Sony Alpha DSLR-A100 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Olympus | Sony |
Model type | Olympus E-450 | Sony Alpha DSLR-A100 |
Class | Entry-Level DSLR | Entry-Level DSLR |
Announced | 2009-03-31 | 2006-07-31 |
Physical type | Compact SLR | Compact SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | TruePic III | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | Four Thirds | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 17.3 x 13mm | 23.6 x 15.8mm |
Sensor area | 224.9mm² | 372.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10MP | 10MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 | 3:2 |
Peak resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 3872 x 2592 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 3 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Micro Four Thirds | Sony/Minolta Alpha |
Total lenses | 45 | 143 |
Crop factor | 2.1 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.7 inches | 2.5 inches |
Screen resolution | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Optical (pentamirror) | Optical (pentamirror) |
Viewfinder coverage | 95% | 95% |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.46x | 0.55x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 60 secs | 30 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 4.0 frames/s | 3.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 12.00 m (at ISO 100) | - |
Flash options | Auto, Auto FP, Manual, Red-Eye | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync, Off |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Fastest flash synchronize | 1/180 secs | 1/160 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Highest video resolution | None | None |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 426 gr (0.94 pounds) | 638 gr (1.41 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 130 x 91 x 53mm (5.1" x 3.6" x 2.1") | 133 x 95 x 71mm (5.2" x 3.7" x 2.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | 56 | 61 |
DXO Color Depth rating | 21.5 | 22.0 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 10.5 | 11.2 |
DXO Low light rating | 512 | 476 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 500 images | - |
Battery type | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | - | NP-FM55H |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | Compact Flash (Type I or II), xD Picture Card | Compact Flash (Type I or II) |
Card slots | One | One |
Price at release | $138 | $1,000 |