Olympus E-620 vs Pentax K-50

In this article, we are matching up the Olympus E-620 versus Pentax K-50, both Entry-Level DSLR cameras by brands Olympus and Pentax. There is a huge difference among the resolutions of the E-620 (12MP) and K-50 (16MP) and the E-620 (Four Thirds) and K-50 (APS-C) feature different sensor sizing.

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The E-620 was manufactured 5 years earlier than the K-50 and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact SLR).

Before delving straight into a complete comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the E-620 scores against the K-50 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus E-620 and Pentax K-50. The entire galleries are available at Olympus E-620 Gallery and Pentax K-50 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to lug around your camera often, you are going to need to factor its weight and size. The Olympus E-620 enjoys exterior measurements of 130mm x 94mm x 60mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 2.4") with a weight of 500 grams (1.10 lbs) while the Pentax K-50 has specifications of 130mm x 97mm x 71mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 2.8") with a weight of 650 grams (1.43 lbs).

Examine the Olympus E-620 versus Pentax K-50 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have during that time. Following is the front view sizing comparison of the E-620 vs the K-50.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the E-620 and K-50 is 71 and 63 respectively.

Usually, it can be tough to picture the contrast in sensor measurements just by seeing specifications. The graphic below should provide you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the E-620 and K-50.

To sum up, each of the cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The E-620 featuring a smaller sensor is going to make getting shallow depth of field more difficult and the Pentax K-50 will provide extra detail due to its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop pics a little more aggressively. The older E-620 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.