Olympus E-M10 III vs Pentax K-30
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Olympus E-M10 III vs Pentax K-30 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 200 - 25600
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 410g - 122 x 84 x 50mm
- Announced August 2017
- Succeeded the Olympus E-M10 II
- Refreshed by Olympus E-M10 IV
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 12800 (Boost to 25600)
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1/6000s Max Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Pentax KAF2 Mount
- 650g - 130 x 97 x 71mm
- Launched October 2012
- Successor is Pentax K-50
Olympus E-M10 III vs Pentax K-30 Overview
On this page, we are reviewing the Olympus E-M10 III versus Pentax K-30, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Advanced DSLR by brands Olympus and Pentax. The resolution of the E-M10 III (16MP) and the K-30 (16MP) is fairly well matched but the E-M10 III (Four Thirds) and K-30 (APS-C) offer different sensor size.
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe E-M10 III was introduced 4 years later than the K-30 and that is quite a serious gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Olympus E-M10 III being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Pentax K-30 being a Mid-size SLR camera.
Before delving straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief view of how the E-M10 III grades vs the K-30 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Olympus E-M10 III vs Pentax K-30 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus OM-D E-M10 Mark III and Pentax K-30. The whole galleries are viewable at Olympus E-M10 III Gallery and Pentax K-30 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus E-M10 III over the Pentax K-30
E-M10 III | K-30 | |||
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Launched | August 2017 | October 2012 | Fresher by 59 months | |
Display type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting display | |
Display resolution | 1040k | 921k | Clearer display (+119k dot) | |
Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Pentax K-30 over the Olympus E-M10 III
K-30 | E-M10 III |
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Common features in the Olympus E-M10 III and Pentax K-30
E-M10 III | K-30 | |||
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Manual focus | Dial precise focus | |||
Display dimensions | 3" | 3" | Equal display size | |
Selfie screen | No selfie screen |
Olympus E-M10 III vs Pentax K-30 Physical Comparison
When you are aiming to carry your camera, you'll need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Olympus E-M10 III comes with exterior measurements of 122mm x 84mm x 50mm (4.8" x 3.3" x 2.0") having a weight of 410 grams (0.90 lbs) while the Pentax K-30 has measurements of 130mm x 97mm x 71mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 2.8") having a weight of 650 grams (1.43 lbs).
See the Olympus E-M10 III versus Pentax K-30 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are using at that moment. Underneath is a front view overall size comparison of the E-M10 III against the K-30.
Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the E-M10 III and K-30 is 80 and 63 respectively.
Olympus E-M10 III vs Pentax K-30 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it's hard to imagine the contrast between sensor sizing purely by reading through a spec sheet. The graphic here should give you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the E-M10 III and K-30.
As you can see, each of these cameras provide the same megapixels but different sensor sizing. The E-M10 III includes the tinier sensor which will make obtaining shallower depth of field tougher. The younger E-M10 III should have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.
Olympus E-M10 III vs Pentax K-30 Screen and ViewFinder
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Olympus E-M10 III vs Pentax K-30 Specifications
Olympus OM-D E-M10 Mark III | Pentax K-30 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Olympus | Pentax |
Model | Olympus OM-D E-M10 Mark III | Pentax K-30 |
Class | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Advanced DSLR |
Announced | 2017-08-31 | 2012-10-29 |
Physical type | SLR-style mirrorless | Mid-size SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | TruePic VIII | Prime M |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | Four Thirds | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 17.4 x 13mm | 23.7 x 15.7mm |
Sensor surface area | 226.2mm² | 372.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 | 3:2 |
Maximum resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4928 x 3264 |
Maximum native ISO | 25600 | 12800 |
Maximum boosted ISO | - | 25600 |
Lowest native ISO | 200 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Lowest boosted ISO | 100 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
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 | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Micro Four Thirds | Pentax KAF2 |
Available lenses | 107 | 151 |
Crop factor | 2.1 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3" | 3" |
Display resolution | 1,040k dots | 921k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display technology | - | TFT LCD monitor with brightness/color adjustment and AR coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,360k dots | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.62x | 0.61x |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 60 secs | 30 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/6000 secs |
Maximum quiet shutter speed | 1/16000 secs | - |
Continuous shooting rate | 8.6 frames/s | 6.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 5.80 m (at ISO 100) | 12.00 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash modes | Auto, redeye, slow sync, 2nd-curtain slow sync, redeye slow sync, fill-in, manual, off | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye,Slow Sync, Slow Sync+ Redeye, Trailing Curtain Sync, Wireless |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Maximum flash synchronize | 1/250 secs | 1/180 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 102 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM | 1920 x 1080 (30,25,24 fps), 1280 x 720 (60,50,30,25,24 fps), 640 x 424 (30,25,24 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | Optional |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 410 gr (0.90 pounds) | 650 gr (1.43 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 122 x 84 x 50mm (4.8" x 3.3" x 2.0") | 130 x 97 x 71mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 2.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | 79 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 23.7 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 13.0 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 1129 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 330 photos | 410 photos |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | BLS-50 | D-LI109,4 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 secs, custom) | Yes ( 2 or 12 seconds) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I/II supported) | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Retail pricing | $650 | $525 |