Olympus E-M5 III vs Pentax K-50
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Olympus E-M5 III vs Pentax K-50 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 200 - 25600
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 4096 x 2160 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 414g - 125 x 85 x 50mm
- Revealed October 2019
- Older Model is Olympus E-M5 II
- Replacement is OM System OM-5
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 51600
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1/6000s Max Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Pentax KAF2 Mount
- 650g - 130 x 97 x 71mm
- Announced November 2013
- Superseded the Pentax K-30

Olympus E-M5 III vs Pentax K-50 Overview
Here, we are evaluating the Olympus E-M5 III and Pentax K-50, one being a Advanced Mirrorless and the other is a Entry-Level DSLR by rivals Olympus and Pentax. There is a significant difference among the resolutions of the E-M5 III (20MP) and K-50 (16MP) and the E-M5 III (Four Thirds) and K-50 (APS-C) boast different sensor dimensions.

The E-M5 III was manufactured 5 years later than the K-50 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Olympus E-M5 III being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Pentax K-50 being a Compact SLR camera.
Before diving into a in depth comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the E-M5 III matches up against the K-50 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Olympus E-M5 III vs Pentax K-50 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus OM-D E-M5 III and Pentax K-50. The entire galleries are viewable at Olympus E-M5 III Gallery and Pentax K-50 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus E-M5 III over the Pentax K-50
E-M5 III | K-50 | |||
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Announced | October 2019 | ![]() | November 2013 | Fresher by 72 months |
Display type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Fixed | Fully Articulating display |
Display resolution | 1040k | ![]() | 921k | Clearer display (+119k dot) |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Take selfies | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Pentax K-50 over the Olympus E-M5 III
K-50 | E-M5 III |
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Common features in the Olympus E-M5 III and Pentax K-50
E-M5 III | K-50 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Very precise focusing | ||
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same display sizing |
Olympus E-M5 III vs Pentax K-50 Physical Comparison
For those who are going to carry your camera often, you need to think about its weight and measurements. The Olympus E-M5 III features exterior dimensions of 125mm x 85mm x 50mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 2.0") having a weight of 414 grams (0.91 lbs) and the Pentax K-50 has proportions of 130mm x 97mm x 71mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 2.8") having a weight of 650 grams (1.43 lbs).
Examine the Olympus E-M5 III and Pentax K-50 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have chosen at that time. Following is a front view overall size comparison of the E-M5 III compared to the K-50.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the E-M5 III and K-50 is 80 and 63 respectively.

Olympus E-M5 III vs Pentax K-50 Sensor Comparison
Often, it is hard to visualize the difference in sensor sizing only by going through specs. The photograph underneath might provide you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the E-M5 III and K-50.
As you can plainly see, each of these cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The E-M5 III due to its smaller sensor is going to make shooting shallower DOF tougher and the Olympus E-M5 III will provide more detail due to its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop pics way more aggressively. The newer E-M5 III provides a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.

Olympus E-M5 III vs Pentax K-50 Screen and ViewFinder


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Olympus E-M5 III vs Pentax K-50 Specifications
Olympus OM-D E-M5 III | Pentax K-50 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Olympus | Pentax |
Model type | Olympus OM-D E-M5 III | Pentax K-50 |
Type | Advanced Mirrorless | Entry-Level DSLR |
Revealed | 2019-10-17 | 2013-11-27 |
Physical type | SLR-style mirrorless | Compact SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | TruePic VIII | PRIME M |
Sensor type | MOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | Four Thirds | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 17.4 x 13mm | 23.7 x 15.7mm |
Sensor area | 226.2mm² | 372.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 |
Max resolution | 5184 x 3888 | 4928 x 3264 |
Max native ISO | 25600 | 51600 |
Minimum native ISO | 200 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Minimum enhanced ISO | 64 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Total focus points | 121 | 11 |
Cross type focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Micro Four Thirds | Pentax KAF2 |
Amount of lenses | 107 | 151 |
Focal length multiplier | 2.1 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fully Articulated | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 1,040k dots | 921k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Screen tech | - | 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 | 0.68x | 0.61x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 60 secs | 30 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/8000 secs | 1/6000 secs |
Fastest silent shutter speed | 1/32000 secs | - |
Continuous shutter rate | 30.0 frames/s | 6.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | 12.00 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash options | Auto, redeye, fill, off, redeye slow sync, slow sync, 2nd-curtain slow sync, manual | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync, Slow Sync+Redeye, Trailing Curtain Sync, Wireless |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Fastest flash synchronize | 1/250 secs | 1/180 secs |
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 | 1920 x 1080 (30,25,24 fps), 1280 x 720 (60,50,30,25,24 fps), 640 x 424 (30,25,24 fps) |
Max video resolution | 4096x2160 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
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 | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 414 grams (0.91 pounds) | 650 grams (1.43 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 125 x 85 x 50mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 2.0") | 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 | 13.0 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 1120 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 310 images | 410 images |
Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | BLN-1 | D-LI109 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs, custom) | Yes ( 2 or 12 seconds) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-II supported) | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch price | $1,199 | $610 |