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Sunday, December 30, 2007
Olympus E-410 & ZD 70-300 vs. Canon 5D & 100-400L
This post has been temporarily due to contradictory results. Once I get this sorted out with more careful testing, I will repost the findings. My apologies for any confusion.
This is a very interesting comparison. Thanks for posting it.
I notice that you say that Rebel XTi and a 100-400L will deliver better image quality. It makes sense on three counts:
- The unimpressive performance of the Sigma APO formula - The Canon having an effective focal-length of 640mm vs. the 600mm of the Olympus - The price of this kit vs. the E510/E410 + 70-300
However, can you tell for sure that the Canon will have the upper hand without testing? If you have access to a 10MP 1.6x Canon body (XTi or 40D), this could be an even more interesting test.
Oren, thanks for your comment. I based that comment on the fact that I am familiar with how the 100-400L on the Rebel XTi (my brother's previous camera) performs relative to the same lens on my 5D. However, to confirm it, you are certainly correct that I should do the direct test. Regards, Amin
Yes, I wish I had an E-3 and 50-200 to compare. A pricier Oly kit may have made it less of a contest, but I still found it interesting that the $800 Oly kit outresolved the more expensive Canon kit on a distant subject.
This is a very interesting comparison. Thanks for posting it.
ReplyDeleteI notice that you say that Rebel XTi and a 100-400L will deliver better image quality. It makes sense on three counts:
- The unimpressive performance of the Sigma APO formula
- The Canon having an effective focal-length of 640mm vs. the 600mm of the Olympus
- The price of this kit vs. the E510/E410 + 70-300
However, can you tell for sure that the Canon will have the upper hand without testing? If you have access to a 10MP 1.6x Canon body (XTi or 40D), this could be an even more interesting test.
Oren, thanks for your comment. I based that comment on the fact that I am familiar with how the 100-400L on the Rebel XTi (my brother's previous camera) performs relative to the same lens on my 5D. However, to confirm it, you are certainly correct that I should do the direct test. Regards, Amin
ReplyDeleteOlympus competition to Canon’s: the E-3, or better lenses. You can afford them as your Canon alternative is so outrageously expensive.
ReplyDeleteYes, I wish I had an E-3 and 50-200 to compare. A pricier Oly kit may have made it less of a contest, but I still found it interesting that the $800 Oly kit outresolved the more expensive Canon kit on a distant subject.
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