Olympus E-510 vs Sigma SD14

In this article, we will be reviewing the Olympus E-510 and Sigma SD14, both Advanced DSLR cameras by competitors Olympus and Sigma. There is a crucial difference among the sensor resolutions of the E-510 (10MP) and SD14 (5MP) and the E-510 (Four Thirds) and SD14 (APS-C) come with totally different sensor size.

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The E-510 was manufactured 15 months after the SD14 which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Mid-size SLR).

Before going straight into a thorough comparison, below is a quick overview of how the E-510 matches up versus the SD14 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus E-510 and Sigma SD14. The entire galleries are viewable at Olympus E-510 Gallery and Sigma SD14 Gallery.

If you are aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you will want to think about its weight and size. The Olympus E-510 offers exterior measurements of 136mm x 92mm x 68mm (5.4" x 3.6" x 2.7") with a weight of 490 grams (1.08 lbs) whilst the Sigma SD14 has specifications of 144mm x 107mm x 81mm (5.7" x 4.2" x 3.2") along with a weight of 750 grams (1.65 lbs).

See the Olympus E-510 and Sigma SD14 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are using at that moment. Following is the front view dimensions comparison of the E-510 versus the SD14.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the E-510 and SD14 is 69 and 59 respectively.

In many cases, it can be hard to see the contrast in sensor sizes simply by looking through technical specs. The picture below will help give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the E-510 and SD14.

As you can tell, the two cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The E-510 due to its smaller sensor will make getting shallower DOF harder and the Olympus E-510 will result in more detail due to its extra 5MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop shots far more aggressively. The fresher E-510 will have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.