Olympus E-M5 vs Pentax K-01

Here, we will be contrasting the Olympus E-M5 and Pentax K-01, one is a Advanced Mirrorless and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands Olympus and Pentax. The resolution of the E-M5 (16MP) and the K-01 (16MP) is relatively comparable but the E-M5 (Four Thirds) and K-01 (APS-C) boast different sensor sizes.

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The E-M5 was released within a month of the K-01 so they are of a similar generation. Both the cameras feature the same body design (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before getting right into a more detailed comparison, here is a simple summation of how the E-M5 matches up against the K-01 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus OM-D E-M5 and Pentax K-01. The complete galleries are available at Olympus E-M5 Gallery and Pentax K-01 Gallery.

When you are aiming to carry around your camera, you will want to take into account its weight and measurements. The Olympus E-M5 offers exterior dimensions of 122mm x 89mm x 43mm (4.8" x 3.5" x 1.7") accompanied by a weight of 425 grams (0.94 lbs) while the Pentax K-01 has proportions of 122mm x 79mm x 58mm (4.8" x 3.1" x 2.3") and a weight of 561 grams (1.24 lbs).

Contrast the Olympus E-M5 and Pentax K-01 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Below is a front view overall size comparison of the E-M5 and the K-01.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the E-M5 and K-01 is 81 and 76 respectively.

Generally, it's tough to visualize the difference in sensor sizes purely by checking out a spec sheet. The image below might give you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the E-M5 and K-01.

As you can see, the two cameras feature the identical resolution albeit different sensor sizes. The E-M5 has got the smaller sensor which should make getting bokeh trickier.