Olympus E-620 vs Pentax K-S2
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Olympus E-620 vs Pentax K-S2 Key Specs
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- 12MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 2.7" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- No Video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 500g - 130 x 94 x 60mm
- Launched July 2009
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- 20MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 100 - 51200
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1/6000s Maximum Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Pentax KAF2 Mount
- 678g - 123 x 91 x 73mm
- Launched February 2015
- Replaced the Pentax K-S1
Olympus E-620 vs Pentax K-S2 Overview
Following is a detailed comparison of the Olympus E-620 vs Pentax K-S2, both Entry-Level DSLR digital cameras by brands Olympus and Pentax. There is a sizable difference between the resolutions of the E-620 (12MP) and K-S2 (20MP) and the E-620 (Four Thirds) and K-S2 (APS-C) enjoy different sensor measurements.
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firmsThe E-620 was unveiled 6 years prior to the K-S2 which is quite a significant difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact SLR).
Before delving straight into a in depth comparison, below is a short highlight of how the E-620 scores against the K-S2 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Olympus E-620 vs Pentax K-S2 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus E-620 & Pentax K-S2. The full galleries are viewable at Olympus E-620 Gallery & Pentax K-S2 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus E-620 over the Pentax K-S2
E-620 | K-S2 |
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Reasons to pick Pentax K-S2 over the Olympus E-620
K-S2 | E-620 | |||
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Launched | February 2015 | July 2009 | More modern by 68 months | |
Screen sizing | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") | |
Screen resolution | 921k | 230k | Clearer screen (+691k dot) |
Common features in the Olympus E-620 and Pentax K-S2
E-620 | K-S2 | |||
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Manual focus | Very precise focus | |||
Screen type | Fully Articulated | Fully Articulated | Fully Articulated screen | |
Selfie screen | Both are selfie friendly | |||
Touch friendly screen | Neither contains Touch friendly screen |
Olympus E-620 vs Pentax K-S2 Physical Comparison
When you are aiming to carry around your camera, you will need to factor its weight and size. The Olympus E-620 has got exterior measurements of 130mm x 94mm x 60mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 2.4") having a weight of 500 grams (1.10 lbs) whilst the Pentax K-S2 has specifications of 123mm x 91mm x 73mm (4.8" x 3.6" x 2.9") accompanied by a weight of 678 grams (1.49 lbs).
Look at the Olympus E-620 vs Pentax K-S2 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you have during that time. Underneath is the front view measurement comparison of the E-620 vs the K-S2.
Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the E-620 and K-S2 is 71 and 64 respectively.
Olympus E-620 vs Pentax K-S2 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it can be hard to picture the contrast between sensor sizes merely by going over specs. The image below may provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the E-620 and K-S2.
All in all, both of those cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The E-620 with its tinier sensor is going to make shooting shallow DOF tougher and the Pentax K-S2 will deliver greater detail having an extra 8 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop shots far more aggressively. The more aged E-620 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.
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Olympus E-620 vs Pentax K-S2 Specifications
Olympus E-620 | Pentax K-S2 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Olympus | Pentax |
Model type | Olympus E-620 | Pentax K-S2 |
Category | Entry-Level DSLR | Entry-Level DSLR |
Launched | 2009-07-06 | 2015-02-10 |
Body design | Compact SLR | Compact SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | TruePic III+ | PRIME MII |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | Four Thirds | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 17.3 x 13mm | 23.5 x 15.6mm |
Sensor surface area | 224.9mm² | 366.6mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 20MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 |
Max resolution | 4032 x 3024 | 5472 x 3648 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 51200 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Total focus points | 7 | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Micro Four Thirds | Pentax KAF2 |
Available lenses | 45 | 151 |
Crop factor | 2.1 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fully Articulated | Fully Articulated |
Display sizing | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of display | 230 thousand dot | 921 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Display tech | HyperCrystal LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Optical (pentamirror) | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder coverage | 95% | 100% |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.48x | 0.64x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 60 seconds | 30 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/6000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 4.0 frames per sec | 5.4 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 12.00 m | 12.00 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Front curtain, Rear curtain, Fill-in, Manual | Auto, auto w/redeye reduction, flash on, flash on + redeye reduction, slow sync, trailing curtain sync, manual flash |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Fastest flash sync | 1/180 seconds | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | - | 1920 x 1080 (30p, 25p, 24p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 50p) |
Max video resolution | None | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | - | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | Optional |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 500 grams (1.10 lb) | 678 grams (1.49 lb) |
Dimensions | 130 x 94 x 60mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 2.4") | 123 x 91 x 73mm (4.8" x 3.6" x 2.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | 55 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | 21.3 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 10.3 | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | 536 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 500 pictures | 410 pictures |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | BLS-1 | D-LI109 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | Yes (2 or 12 secs) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | Compact Flash (Type I or II), xD Picture Card | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | One | One |
Retail pricing | $799 | $581 |