Olympus E-M1 III vs Pentax ist DS2
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Olympus E-M1 III vs Pentax ist DS2 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Display
- 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
- 580g - 134 x 91 x 69mm
- Announced February 2020
- Old Model is Olympus E-M1 II
(Full Review)
- 6MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 200 - 3200
- Pentax KAF Mount
- 605g - 125 x 93 x 66mm
- Announced August 2005
Olympus E-M1 III vs Pentax ist DS2 Overview
On this page, we will be contrasting the Olympus E-M1 III vs Pentax ist DS2, former being a Pro Mirrorless while the latter is a Advanced DSLR by rivals Olympus and Pentax. There exists a noticeable gap between the resolutions of the E-M1 III (20MP) and ist DS2 (6MP) and the E-M1 III (Four Thirds) and ist DS2 (APS-C) boast different sensor dimensions.
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe E-M1 III was revealed 14 years later than the ist DS2 and that is quite a sizable difference as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras have different body design with the Olympus E-M1 III being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Pentax ist DS2 being a Mid-size SLR camera.
Before going into a in-depth comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the E-M1 III matches up versus the ist DS2 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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Reasons to pick Olympus E-M1 III over the Pentax ist DS2
E-M1 III | ist DS2 | |||
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Announced | February 2020 | August 2005 | More recent by 177 months | |
Screen type | Fully Articulated | Fixed | Fully Articulating screen | |
Screen dimensions | 3" | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.5") | |
Screen resolution | 1037k | 210k | Sharper screen (+827k dot) | |
Selfie screen | Take selfies | |||
Touch screen | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Pentax ist DS2 over the Olympus E-M1 III
ist DS2 | E-M1 III |
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Common features in the Olympus E-M1 III and Pentax ist DS2
E-M1 III | ist DS2 | |||
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Focus manually | Dial precise focus |
Olympus E-M1 III vs Pentax ist DS2 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is planning to lug around your camera frequently, you have to factor in its weight and size. The Olympus E-M1 III enjoys physical measurements of 134mm x 91mm x 69mm (5.3" x 3.6" x 2.7") and a weight of 580 grams (1.28 lbs) whilst the Pentax ist DS2 has specifications of 125mm x 93mm x 66mm (4.9" x 3.7" x 2.6") along with a weight of 605 grams (1.33 lbs).
Compare the Olympus E-M1 III vs Pentax ist DS2 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you have attached at that moment. Underneath is a front view measurement comparison of the E-M1 III and the ist DS2.
Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the E-M1 III and ist DS2 is 67 and 68 respectively.
Olympus E-M1 III vs Pentax ist DS2 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it's tough to visualize the gap between sensor measurements merely by reviewing specifications. The photograph underneath will give you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the E-M1 III and ist DS2.
Plainly, both of these cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The E-M1 III with its tinier sensor is going to make shooting bokeh more difficult and the Olympus E-M1 III will offer you greater detail because of its extra 14 Megapixels. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The more modern E-M1 III should have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.
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Olympus E-M1 III vs Pentax ist DS2 Specifications
Olympus OM-D E-M1 Mark III | Pentax ist DS2 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Olympus | Pentax |
Model | Olympus OM-D E-M1 Mark III | Pentax ist DS2 |
Class | Pro Mirrorless | Advanced DSLR |
Announced | 2020-02-11 | 2005-08-22 |
Physical type | SLR-style mirrorless | Mid-size SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | TruePic IX | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | Four Thirds | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 17.4 x 13mm | 23.5 x 15.7mm |
Sensor area | 226.2mm² | 369.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20 megapixel | 6 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 | 3:2 |
Maximum resolution | 5184 x 3888 | 3008 x 2008 |
Maximum native ISO | 25600 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 200 | 200 |
RAW format | ||
Minimum boosted ISO | 64 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 121 | 11 |
Cross focus points | 121 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Micro Four Thirds | Pentax KAF |
Amount of lenses | 107 | 151 |
Crop factor | 2.1 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fully Articulated | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inches | 2.5 inches |
Resolution of display | 1,037k dots | 210k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | Optical |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,360k dots | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 95 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.74x | 0.64x |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 60 secs | 30 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/8000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Maximum quiet shutter speed | 1/32000 secs | - |
Continuous shooting rate | 60.0fps | 3.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | - |
Flash modes | 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 |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Maximum flash synchronize | 1/250 secs | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 4096 x 2160 @ 24p / 237 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 102 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 25p / 102 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 23.98p / 102 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 60p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 50p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 25p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 23.98p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM | - |
Maximum video resolution | 4096x2160 | - |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | - |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | No |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 3.1 Gen 1 (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 | 580 grams (1.28 pounds) | 605 grams (1.33 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 134 x 91 x 69mm (5.3" x 3.6" x 2.7") | 125 x 93 x 66mm (4.9" x 3.7" x 2.6") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 420 pictures | - |
Battery style | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | BLH-1 | 4 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 secs, custom) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC slots (UHS-II on first slot) | SD/MMC card |
Card slots | Two | Single |
Cost at launch | $1,800 | - |