Olympus E-M10 IV vs Pentax K-S2

Let's look much closer at the Olympus E-M10 IV and Pentax K-S2, former being a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by brands Olympus and Pentax. The image resolution of the E-M10 IV (20MP) and the K-S2 (20MP) is pretty similar but the E-M10 IV (Four Thirds) and K-S2 (APS-C) feature totally different sensor sizes.

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The E-M10 IV was manufactured 5 years later than the K-S2 and that is quite a big difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras come with different body type with the Olympus E-M10 IV being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Pentax K-S2 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before diving straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a quick summation of how the E-M10 IV scores against the K-S2 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus OM-D E-M10 IV & Pentax K-S2. The entire galleries are provided at Olympus E-M10 IV Gallery & Pentax K-S2 Gallery.

When you are aiming to carry your camera regularly, you have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Olympus E-M10 IV provides exterior measurements of 122mm x 84mm x 49mm (4.8" x 3.3" x 1.9") along with a weight of 383 grams (0.84 lbs) whilst the Pentax K-S2 has dimensions of 123mm x 91mm x 73mm (4.8" x 3.6" x 2.9") with a weight of 678 grams (1.49 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are working with during that time. Below is the front view proportions comparison of the E-M10 IV vs the K-S2.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the E-M10 IV and K-S2 is 81 and 64 respectively.

Generally, it is difficult to envision the difference between sensor sizing just by reading a spec sheet. The photograph here might offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the E-M10 IV and K-S2.

Clearly, both the cameras posses the exact same MP albeit not the same sensor sizing. The E-M10 IV comes with the tinier sensor which will make getting shallower depth of field harder. The newer E-M10 IV is going to have an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.