Olympus E-P2 vs Pentax K-1 II

Lets look more in depth at the Olympus E-P2 versus Pentax K-1 II, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Advanced DSLR by companies Olympus and Pentax. There is a big difference among the resolutions of the E-P2 (12MP) and K-1 II (36MP) and the E-P2 (Four Thirds) and K-1 II (Full frame) have totally different sensor sizes.

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The E-P2 was brought out 8 years earlier than the K-1 II which is a fairly big 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-1 II being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before delving into a more detailed comparison, here is a short overview of how the E-P2 grades vs the K-1 II in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus PEN E-P2 and Pentax K-1 Mark II. The entire galleries are viewable at Olympus E-P2 Gallery and Pentax K-1 II Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to carry around your camera regularly, you have to factor its weight and measurements. The Olympus E-P2 comes with external dimensions of 121mm x 70mm x 36mm (4.8" x 2.8" x 1.4") along with a weight of 355 grams (0.78 lbs) whilst the Pentax K-1 II has proportions of 137mm x 110mm x 86mm (5.4" x 4.3" x 3.4") along with a weight of 1010 grams (2.23 lbs).

Check the Olympus E-P2 versus Pentax K-1 II in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have chosen at that time. Below is a front view dimensions comparison of the E-P2 and the K-1 II.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the E-P2 and K-1 II is 86 and 55 respectively.

Usually, it's difficult to see the gap in sensor sizes only by going through technical specs. The pic underneath will help offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the E-P2 and K-1 II.

As you can tell, both cameras have different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The E-P2 because of its smaller sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field more difficult and the Pentax K-1 II will show more detail having its extra 24 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop photographs a bit more aggressively. The more aged E-P2 will be behind when it comes to sensor technology.