Olympus E-400 vs Pentax KP

Here, we will be reviewing the Olympus E-400 versus Pentax KP, former is a Entry-Level DSLR while the latter is a Advanced DSLR by rivals Olympus and Pentax. There exists a sizable gap among the image resolutions of the E-400 (10MP) and KP (24MP) and the E-400 (Four Thirds) and KP (APS-C) provide totally different sensor size.

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The E-400 was unveiled 11 years prior to the KP which is a fairly significant difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Olympus E-400 being a Compact SLR camera and the Pentax KP being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before delving straight to a detailed comparison, here is a simple summary of how the E-400 matches up versus the KP in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus E-400 & Pentax KP. The full galleries are provided at Olympus E-400 Gallery & Pentax KP Gallery.

If you are aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you will have to factor its weight and size. The Olympus E-400 has got external dimensions of 130mm x 91mm x 53mm (5.1" x 3.6" x 2.1") accompanied by a weight of 435 grams (0.96 lbs) while the Pentax KP has specifications of 132mm x 101mm x 76mm (5.2" x 4.0" x 3.0") having a weight of 703 grams (1.55 lbs).

Take a look at the Olympus E-400 versus Pentax KP in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you select during that time. Below is a front view over all size comparison of the E-400 compared to the KP.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the E-400 and KP is 77 and 61 respectively.

Typically, it is very difficult to see the contrast in sensor sizes simply by seeing technical specs. The pic underneath should give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the E-400 and KP.

As you can tell, both of those cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The E-400 using its smaller sensor will make shooting shallow DOF harder and the Pentax KP will provide extra detail having an extra 14MP. Higher resolution will let you crop photographs way more aggressively. The more aged E-400 will be behind with regard to sensor technology.