Olympus E-P2 vs Pentax K-7

In this article, we are evaluating the Olympus E-P2 versus Pentax K-7, former is a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the other is a Advanced DSLR by rivals Olympus and Pentax. The resolution of the E-P2 (12MP) and the K-7 (15MP) is fairly close but the E-P2 (Four Thirds) and K-7 (APS-C) feature totally different sensor size.

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The E-P2 was unveiled 7 months after the K-7 which means that they are of a similar age. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Olympus E-P2 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Pentax K-7 being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before we go through a more detailed comparison, below is a quick view of how the E-P2 scores against the K-7 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus PEN E-P2 & Pentax K-7. The full galleries are available at Olympus E-P2 Gallery & Pentax K-7 Gallery.

In case you're looking to carry around your camera regularly, you will have to take into account its weight and size. The Olympus E-P2 features external measurements of 121mm x 70mm x 36mm (4.8" x 2.8" x 1.4") along with a weight of 355 grams (0.78 lbs) and the Pentax K-7 has specifications of 131mm x 97mm x 73mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 2.9") and a weight of 750 grams (1.65 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are using at that time. Underneath is the front view proportions comparison of the E-P2 versus the K-7.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the E-P2 and K-7 is 86 and 60 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be difficult to visualise the gap in sensor sizes merely by researching specifications. The pic underneath should offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the E-P2 and K-7.

To sum up, the two cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The E-P2 using its smaller sensor will make getting shallower depth of field more difficult and the Pentax K-7 will result in greater detail having an extra 3MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop pics far more aggressively. The more modern E-P2 is going to have an edge in sensor technology.