Olympus E-P1 vs Pentax K-5
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Olympus E-P1 vs Pentax K-5 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 355g - 121 x 70 x 36mm
- Launched July 2009
- Replacement is Olympus E-P2
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 12800 (Boost to 51200)
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Pentax KAF2 Mount
- 740g - 131 x 97 x 73mm
- Revealed December 2010
- Succeeded the Pentax K-7
- Refreshed by Pentax K-5 IIs
Olympus E-P1 vs Pentax K-5 Overview
In this article, we will be reviewing the Olympus E-P1 vs Pentax K-5, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Advanced DSLR by competitors Olympus and Pentax. There exists a crucial gap among the sensor resolutions of the E-P1 (12MP) and K-5 (16MP) and the E-P1 (Four Thirds) and K-5 (APS-C) feature totally different sensor sizes.
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firmsThe E-P1 was brought out 16 months prior to the K-5 which makes the cameras a generation apart from one another. Both cameras offer different body type with the Olympus E-P1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Pentax K-5 being a Mid-size SLR camera.
Before getting in to a detailed comparison, below is a brief summation of how the E-P1 grades against the K-5 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Olympus E-P1 vs Pentax K-5 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus PEN E-P1 and Pentax K-5. The entire galleries are provided at Olympus E-P1 Gallery and Pentax K-5 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus E-P1 over the Pentax K-5
E-P1 | K-5 |
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Reasons to pick Pentax K-5 over the Olympus E-P1
K-5 | E-P1 | |||
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Revealed | December 2010 | July 2009 | Fresher by 16 months | |
Screen resolution | 921k | 230k | Clearer screen (+691k dot) |
Common features in the Olympus E-P1 and Pentax K-5
E-P1 | K-5 | |||
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Focus manually | Dial accurate focusing | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen sizing | 3" | 3" | Equivalent screen dimensions | |
Selfie screen | Neither features selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Neither features Touch friendly screen |
Olympus E-P1 vs Pentax K-5 Physical Comparison
When you are planning to carry your camera often, you have to think about its weight and proportions. The Olympus E-P1 enjoys external dimensions of 121mm x 70mm x 36mm (4.8" x 2.8" x 1.4") accompanied by a weight of 355 grams (0.78 lbs) whilst the Pentax K-5 has measurements of 131mm x 97mm x 73mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 2.9") accompanied by a weight of 740 grams (1.63 lbs).
Compare the Olympus E-P1 vs Pentax K-5 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are employing at that time. Following is the front view dimension comparison of the E-P1 compared to the K-5.
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the E-P1 and K-5 is 86 and 60 respectively.
Olympus E-P1 vs Pentax K-5 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is tough to visualise the gap in sensor sizing purely by checking out a spec sheet. The visual underneath may offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the E-P1 and K-5.
As you can see, the two cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The E-P1 because of its smaller sensor will make shooting shallow depth of field tougher and the Pentax K-5 will provide greater detail having its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop pictures far more aggressively. The older E-P1 will be behind with regard to sensor innovation.
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Olympus E-P1 vs Pentax K-5 Specifications
Olympus PEN E-P1 | Pentax K-5 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Olympus | Pentax |
Model type | Olympus PEN E-P1 | Pentax K-5 |
Class | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Advanced DSLR |
Launched | 2009-07-29 | 2010-12-18 |
Body design | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Mid-size SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | TruePic V | Prime II |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | Four Thirds | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 17.3 x 13mm | 23.7 x 15.7mm |
Sensor area | 224.9mm² | 372.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 |
Highest resolution | 4032 x 3024 | 4928 x 3264 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 12800 |
Highest boosted ISO | - | 51200 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 11 | 11 |
Cross type focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Micro Four Thirds | Pentax KAF2 |
Amount of lenses | 107 | 151 |
Crop factor | 2.1 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 230k dot | 921k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Screen tech | HyperCrystal LCD with AR(Anti-Reflective) coating | TFT LCD monitor |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.61x |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 60 seconds | 30 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/8000 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 3.0 frames per sec | 7.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | 13.00 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync, Manual (3 levels) | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow sync, High speed, Rear curtain and Wireless |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Maximum flash sync | 1/180 seconds | 1/180 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (25 fps), 1280 x 720 (25, 30 fps), 640 x 424 (25, 30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | Optional |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 355g (0.78 lb) | 740g (1.63 lb) |
Dimensions | 121 x 70 x 36mm (4.8" x 2.8" x 1.4") | 131 x 97 x 73mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 2.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | 55 | 82 |
DXO Color Depth rating | 21.4 | 23.7 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 10.4 | 14.1 |
DXO Low light rating | 536 | 1162 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 300 photographs | 980 photographs |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | BLS-1 | D-LI90 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | Yes ( 2 or 12 seconds) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC card | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | One | One |
Launch price | $182 | $800 |