Olympus E-410 vs Pentax K-50

Following is a in depth comparison of the Olympus E-410 versus Pentax K-50, both Entry-Level DSLR digital cameras by manufacturers Olympus and Pentax. There exists a noticeable gap between the image resolutions of the E-410 (10MP) and K-50 (16MP) and the E-410 (Four Thirds) and K-50 (APS-C) posses totally different sensor measurements.

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The E-410 was revealed 7 years before the K-50 which is quite a sizable difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact SLR).

Before going straight to a in depth comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the E-410 grades versus the K-50 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus E-410 & Pentax K-50. The full galleries are available at Olympus E-410 Gallery & Pentax K-50 Gallery.

When you are intending to carry around your camera often, you should factor its weight and dimensions. The Olympus E-410 has got outside measurements of 130mm x 91mm x 53mm (5.1" x 3.6" x 2.1") accompanied by a weight of 435 grams (0.96 lbs) and the Pentax K-50 has dimensions of 130mm x 97mm x 71mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 2.8") with a weight of 650 grams (1.43 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. The following is a front view proportions comparison of the E-410 and the K-50.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the E-410 and K-50 is 77 and 63 respectively.

More often than not, it's hard to visualise the contrast between sensor sizes just by checking a spec sheet. The pic here should offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the E-410 and K-50.

Clearly, the 2 cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The E-410 using its tinier sensor will make achieving shallower depth of field trickier and the Pentax K-50 will give you greater detail because of its extra 6MP. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop shots way more aggressively. The more aged E-410 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.