Olympus E-M1 II vs Pentax ist DL2
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Olympus E-M1 II vs Pentax ist DL2 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 200 - 25600
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 4096 x 2160 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 574g - 134 x 91 x 67mm
- Announced September 2016
- Previous Model is Olympus E-M1
- Later Model is Olympus E-M1 III
(Full Review)
- 6MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 200 - 3200
- Pentax KAF Mount
- 565g - 125 x 93 x 66mm
- Introduced January 2006
Olympus E-M1 II vs Pentax ist DL2 Overview
Here, we will be reviewing the Olympus E-M1 II versus Pentax ist DL2, one being a Pro Mirrorless and the latter is a Advanced DSLR by brands Olympus and Pentax. There is a huge difference between the image resolutions of the E-M1 II (20MP) and ist DL2 (6MP) and the E-M1 II (Four Thirds) and ist DL2 (APS-C) have different sensor sizing.
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe E-M1 II was released 10 years later than the ist DL2 and that is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras feature different body design with the Olympus E-M1 II being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Pentax ist DL2 being a Mid-size SLR camera.
Before delving right into a complete comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the E-M1 II grades vs the ist DL2 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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Reasons to pick Olympus E-M1 II over the Pentax ist DL2
E-M1 II | ist DL2 | |||
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Introduced | September 2016 | January 2006 | Fresher by 130 months | |
Screen type | Fully Articulated | Fixed | Fully Articulating screen | |
Screen size | 3" | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.5") | |
Screen resolution | 1037k | 210k | Crisper screen (+827k dot) | |
Selfie screen | Take selfies | |||
Touch friendly screen | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Pentax ist DL2 over the Olympus E-M1 II
ist DL2 | E-M1 II |
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Common features in the Olympus E-M1 II and Pentax ist DL2
E-M1 II | ist DL2 | |||
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Focus manually | Dial exact focusing |
Olympus E-M1 II vs Pentax ist DL2 Physical Comparison
If you're looking to carry your camera frequently, you are going to need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Olympus E-M1 II offers exterior dimensions of 134mm x 91mm x 67mm (5.3" x 3.6" x 2.6") and a weight of 574 grams (1.27 lbs) whilst the Pentax ist DL2 has proportions of 125mm x 93mm x 66mm (4.9" x 3.7" x 2.6") accompanied by a weight of 565 grams (1.25 lbs).
Analyze the Olympus E-M1 II versus Pentax ist DL2 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are employing during that time. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the E-M1 II compared to the ist DL2.
Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the E-M1 II and ist DL2 is 68 and 69 respectively.
Olympus E-M1 II vs Pentax ist DL2 Sensor Comparison
Often, it's tough to visualize the contrast between sensor sizing only by checking specs. The visual underneath might offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the E-M1 II and ist DL2.
As you can plainly see, both of those cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The E-M1 II because of its tinier sensor is going to make getting bokeh more difficult and the Olympus E-M1 II will give you more detail as a result of its extra 14MP. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop shots way more aggressively. The newer E-M1 II provides an advantage in sensor innovation.
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Olympus E-M1 II vs Pentax ist DL2 Specifications
Olympus OM-D E-M1 Mark II | Pentax ist DL2 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Olympus | Pentax |
Model | Olympus OM-D E-M1 Mark II | Pentax ist DL2 |
Category | Pro Mirrorless | Advanced DSLR |
Announced | 2016-09-19 | 2006-01-27 |
Physical type | SLR-style mirrorless | Mid-size SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | TruePic VIII | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | Four Thirds | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 17.4 x 13mm | 23.5 x 15.7mm |
Sensor area | 226.2mm² | 369.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20 megapixels | 6 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 | 3:2 |
Peak resolution | 5184 x 3888 | 3008 x 2008 |
Highest native ISO | 25600 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 200 | 200 |
RAW photos | ||
Minimum enhanced ISO | 64 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Number of focus points | 121 | 5 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Micro Four Thirds | Pentax KAF |
Available lenses | 107 | 151 |
Crop factor | 2.1 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fully Articulated | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inch | 2.5 inch |
Screen resolution | 1,037k dots | 210k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | Optical |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,360k dots | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 95 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.74x | 0.57x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 60 secs | 30 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/8000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Fastest silent shutter speed | 1/32000 secs | - |
Continuous shutter rate | 60.0 frames per sec | 3.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 9.10 m (at ISO 100) | - |
Flash options | Redeye, Fill-in, Flash Off, Red-eye Slow sync.(1st curtain), Slow sync.(1st curtain), Slow sync.(2nd curtain), Manual | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye reduction |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Fastest flash synchronize | 1/250 secs | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 4096 x 2160 @ 24p / 237 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM, 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 102 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM | - |
Highest video resolution | 4096x2160 | - |
Video file format | MOV, H.264 | - |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | No |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 3.0 (5 GBit/sec) | USB 1.0 (1.5 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 574g (1.27 lb) | 565g (1.25 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 134 x 91 x 67mm (5.3" x 3.6" x 2.6") | 125 x 93 x 66mm (4.9" x 3.7" x 2.6") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | 80 | 65 |
DXO Color Depth score | 23.7 | 22.9 |
DXO Dynamic range score | 12.8 | 11.1 |
DXO Low light score | 1312 | 639 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 350 photographs | - |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | BLH-1 | 4 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 secs, custom) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC slots | SD/MMC card |
Card slots | Two | 1 |
Launch price | $1,700 | - |