Olympus E-M1X vs Pentax K-500
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Olympus E-M1X vs Pentax K-500 Key Specs
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- 20MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 200 - 25600
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 4096 x 2160 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 997g - 144 x 147 x 75mm
- Revealed January 2019
- Succeeded the Olympus E-M1 II
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- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 51600
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1/6000s Maximum Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Pentax KAF2 Mount
- 646g - 130 x 97 x 71mm
- Introduced November 2013
Olympus E-M1X vs Pentax K-500 Overview
Here is a detailed analysis of the Olympus E-M1X and Pentax K-500, former being a Pro Mirrorless while the other is a Entry-Level DSLR by rivals Olympus and Pentax. There exists a sizable gap among the resolutions of the E-M1X (20MP) and K-500 (16MP) and the E-M1X (Four Thirds) and K-500 (APS-C) feature different sensor sizes.
President Biden pushes bill mandating TikTok sale or banThe E-M1X was launched 5 years later than the K-500 and that is a fairly significant difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras come with different body type with the Olympus E-M1X being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Pentax K-500 being a Compact SLR camera.
Before diving in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a brief view of how the E-M1X matches up versus the K-500 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Olympus E-M1X vs Pentax K-500 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus OM-D E-M1X & Pentax K-500. The complete galleries are available at Olympus E-M1X Gallery & Pentax K-500 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus E-M1X over the Pentax K-500
E-M1X | K-500 | |||
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Introduced | January 2019 | November 2013 | Fresher by 63 months | |
Display type | Fully Articulated | Fixed | Fully Articulating display | |
Display resolution | 1037k | 921k | Sharper display (+116k dot) | |
Selfie screen | Easy selfies | |||
Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Pentax K-500 over the Olympus E-M1X
K-500 | E-M1X |
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Common features in the Olympus E-M1X and Pentax K-500
E-M1X | K-500 | |||
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Focus manually | Dial accurate focusing | |||
Display dimension | 3" | 3" | Identical display dimensions |
Olympus E-M1X vs Pentax K-500 Physical Comparison
For those who are aiming to carry your camera often, you need to factor its weight and proportions. The Olympus E-M1X features physical measurements of 144mm x 147mm x 75mm (5.7" x 5.8" x 3.0") having a weight of 997 grams (2.20 lbs) while the Pentax K-500 has measurements of 130mm x 97mm x 71mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 2.8") accompanied by a weight of 646 grams (1.42 lbs).
Compare the Olympus E-M1X and Pentax K-500 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you use at the time. Following is the front view measurement comparison of the E-M1X versus the K-500.
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the E-M1X and K-500 is 54 and 64 respectively.
Olympus E-M1X vs Pentax K-500 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it is tough to visualize the gap in sensor sizing merely by seeing specs. The photograph below should give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the E-M1X and K-500.
As you can plainly see, both cameras have got different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The E-M1X due to its smaller sensor is going to make achieving shallow depth of field tougher and the Olympus E-M1X will show more detail utilizing its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop images much more aggressively. The younger E-M1X provides an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.
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Olympus E-M1X vs Pentax K-500 Specifications
Olympus OM-D E-M1X | Pentax K-500 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Olympus | Pentax |
Model type | Olympus OM-D E-M1X | Pentax K-500 |
Category | Pro Mirrorless | Entry-Level DSLR |
Revealed | 2019-01-24 | 2013-11-27 |
Physical type | SLR-style mirrorless | Compact SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Dual 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 | 20MP | 16MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 | 3:2 |
Highest Possible resolution | 5184 x 3888 | 4928 x 3264 |
Maximum native ISO | 25600 | 51600 |
Minimum native ISO | 200 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Minimum enhanced ISO | 64 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 121 | 11 |
Cross type focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Micro Four Thirds | Pentax KAF2 |
Available lenses | 107 | 151 |
Crop factor | 2.1 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fully Articulated | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 1,037k dots | 921k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Screen 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 | 0.74x | 0.61x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 60s | 30s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/8000s | 1/6000s |
Fastest silent shutter speed | 1/32000s | - |
Continuous shutter rate | 60.0 frames per sec | 6.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | 12.00 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, Slow Sync, Slow Sync+Redeye, Trailing Curtain Sync, Wireless |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Fastest flash synchronize | - | 1/180s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 4096 x 2160 @ 24p / 237 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 | 4096x2160 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | Yes (USB-PD allows charging by laptop or external power bank) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Built-in | Optional |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 997 gr (2.20 lb) | 646 gr (1.42 lb) |
Dimensions | 144 x 147 x 75mm (5.7" x 5.8" x 3.0") | 130 x 97 x 71mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 2.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | 79 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 23.7 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 13.1 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 1087 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 870 photos | 710 photos |
Style of battery | Built-in | AA |
Battery ID | - | 4 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 secs, custom) | Yes ( 2 or 12 seconds) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | - | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | Dual | Single |
Pricing at release | $2,999 | $600 |