Olympus E-P2 vs Pentax K-01

Here is a extensive overview of the Olympus E-P2 versus Pentax K-01, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by manufacturers Olympus and Pentax. There is a sizeable difference among the image resolutions of the E-P2 (12MP) and K-01 (16MP) and the E-P2 (Four Thirds) and K-01 (APS-C) offer different sensor dimensions.

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The E-P2 was manufactured 3 years earlier than the K-01 and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras have different body design with the Olympus E-P2 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Pentax K-01 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go into a step-by-step comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the E-P2 grades against the K-01 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus PEN E-P2 and Pentax K-01. The entire galleries are available at Olympus E-P2 Gallery and Pentax K-01 Gallery.

If you're looking to carry your camera, you will need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Olympus E-P2 comes with physical measurements of 121mm x 70mm x 36mm (4.8" x 2.8" x 1.4") and a weight of 355 grams (0.78 lbs) while the Pentax K-01 has dimensions of 122mm x 79mm x 58mm (4.8" x 3.1" x 2.3") along with a weight of 561 grams (1.24 lbs).

Analyze the Olympus E-P2 versus Pentax K-01 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Below is a front view measurements comparison of the E-P2 versus the K-01.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the E-P2 and K-01 is 86 and 76 respectively.

Usually, it is difficult to picture the gap in sensor sizing just by researching specs. The visual below will help offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the E-P2 and K-01.

As you can plainly see, both the cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The E-P2 because of its smaller sensor is going to make achieving shallow depth of field tougher and the Pentax K-01 will render more detail due to its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop photos a bit more aggressively. The older E-P2 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.