Olympus E-M1X vs Pentax ist DS2
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Olympus E-M1X 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
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 4096 x 2160 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 997g - 144 x 147 x 75mm
- Revealed January 2019
- Superseded the Olympus E-M1 II
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- 6MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 200 - 3200
- Pentax KAF Mount
- 605g - 125 x 93 x 66mm
- Launched August 2005
Olympus E-M1X vs Pentax ist DS2 Overview
In this article, we will be evaluating the Olympus E-M1X and Pentax ist DS2, one is a Pro Mirrorless and the latter is a Advanced DSLR by rivals Olympus and Pentax. There is a significant difference among the image resolutions of the E-M1X (20MP) and ist DS2 (6MP) and the E-M1X (Four Thirds) and ist DS2 (APS-C) use different sensor sizing.
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe E-M1X was revealed 13 years after the ist DS2 which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Olympus E-M1X being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Pentax ist DS2 being a Mid-size SLR camera.
Before we go in to a thorough comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the E-M1X matches up against the ist DS2 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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Reasons to pick Olympus E-M1X over the Pentax ist DS2
E-M1X | ist DS2 | |||
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Launched | January 2019 | August 2005 | Newer by 164 months | |
Screen type | Fully Articulated | Fixed | Fully Articulating screen | |
Screen sizing | 3" | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.5") | |
Screen resolution | 1037k | 210k | Sharper screen (+827k dot) | |
Selfie screen | Easy selfies | |||
Touch screen | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Pentax ist DS2 over the Olympus E-M1X
ist DS2 | E-M1X |
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Common features in the Olympus E-M1X and Pentax ist DS2
E-M1X | ist DS2 | |||
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Focus manually | Very precise focus |
Olympus E-M1X vs Pentax ist DS2 Physical Comparison
In case you're intending to travel with your camera often, you will need to take into account its weight and size. The Olympus E-M1X enjoys exterior measurements of 144mm x 147mm x 75mm (5.7" x 5.8" x 3.0") with a weight of 997 grams (2.20 lbs) whilst the Pentax ist DS2 has specifications of 125mm x 93mm x 66mm (4.9" x 3.7" x 2.6") having a weight of 605 grams (1.33 lbs).
Analyze the Olympus E-M1X and Pentax ist DS2 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you select during that time. Following is the front view measurements comparison of the E-M1X compared to the ist DS2.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the E-M1X and ist DS2 is 54 and 68 respectively.
Olympus E-M1X vs Pentax ist DS2 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it can be hard to imagine the gap in sensor dimensions merely by viewing technical specs. The image below will help offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the E-M1X and ist DS2.
As you can tell, each of these cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The E-M1X using its smaller sensor is going to make getting shallower depth of field more challenging and the Olympus E-M1X will render extra detail because of its extra 14MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop photographs far more aggressively. The more recent E-M1X provides an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.
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Olympus E-M1X vs Pentax ist DS2 Specifications
Olympus OM-D E-M1X | Pentax ist DS2 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Olympus | Pentax |
Model | Olympus OM-D E-M1X | Pentax ist DS2 |
Category | Pro Mirrorless | Advanced DSLR |
Revealed | 2019-01-24 | 2005-08-22 |
Body design | SLR-style mirrorless | Mid-size SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Dual 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 | 20MP | 6MP |
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 photos | ||
Minimum boosted ISO | 64 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | 121 | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Micro Four Thirds | Pentax KAF |
Available lenses | 107 | 151 |
Crop factor | 2.1 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fully Articulated | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inch | 2.5 inch |
Display resolution | 1,037k dot | 210k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | Optical |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,360k dot | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 95 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.74x | 0.64x |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 60 seconds | 30 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Highest quiet shutter speed | 1/32000 seconds | - |
Continuous shooting speed | 60.0 frames per second | 3.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | - |
Flash settings | 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 | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 4096 x 2160 @ 24p / 237 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM | - |
Maximum video resolution | 4096x2160 | - |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | - |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | No |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | Yes (USB-PD allows charging by laptop or external power bank) | USB 1.0 (1.5 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Built-in | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 997 gr (2.20 pounds) | 605 gr (1.33 pounds) |
Dimensions | 144 x 147 x 75mm (5.7" x 5.8" x 3.0") | 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 | 870 pictures | - |
Style of battery | Built-in | - |
Battery model | - | 4 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 secs, custom) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | - | SD/MMC card |
Storage slots | Two | 1 |
Retail price | $2,999 | - |