Olympus E-P2 vs Pentax K-7
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Olympus E-P2 vs Pentax K-7 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
- Released April 2010
- Older Model is Olympus E-P1
- Replacement is Olympus E-P3
(Full Review)
- 15MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 2000 (Push to 6400)
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 1280 x 720 video
- Pentax KAF2 Mount
- 750g - 131 x 97 x 73mm
- Introduced October 2009
- Refreshed by Pentax K-5
Olympus E-P2 vs Pentax K-7 Overview
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.
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe 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.
Olympus E-P2 vs Pentax K-7 Gallery
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.
Reasons to pick Olympus E-P2 over the Pentax K-7
E-P2 | K-7 | |||
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Introduced | April 2010 | October 2009 | More modern by 7 months |
Reasons to pick Pentax K-7 over the Olympus E-P2
K-7 | E-P2 | |||
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Display resolution | 921k | 230k | Sharper display (+691k dot) |
Common features in the Olympus E-P2 and Pentax K-7
E-P2 | K-7 | |||
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Manual focus | Dial accurate focus | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display sizing | 3" | 3" | Equivalent display size | |
Selfie screen | Neither includes selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Neither includes Touch display |
Olympus E-P2 vs Pentax K-7 Physical Comparison
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).
Check out the Olympus E-P2 versus Pentax K-7 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.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.
Olympus E-P2 vs Pentax K-7 Sensor Comparison
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.
Olympus E-P2 vs Pentax K-7 Screen and ViewFinder
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Olympus E-P2 vs Pentax K-7 Specifications
Olympus PEN E-P2 | Pentax K-7 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Olympus | Pentax |
Model type | Olympus PEN E-P2 | Pentax K-7 |
Type | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Advanced DSLR |
Released | 2010-04-22 | 2009-10-02 |
Physical type | 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 | 23.4 x 15.6mm |
Sensor area | 224.9mm² | 365.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 15 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 | 3:2 |
Peak resolution | 4032 x 3024 | 4672 x 3104 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 2000 |
Highest enhanced ISO | - | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Total focus points | 11 | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Micro Four Thirds | Pentax KAF2 |
Amount of lenses | 107 | 151 |
Crop factor | 2.1 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 230 thousand dots | 921 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Screen tech | HyperCrystal LCD with AR(Anti-Reflective) coating | TFT color LCD with AR coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic (optional) | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100% |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.61x |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 60 seconds | 30 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/8000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 3.0 frames/s | 5.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | 13.00 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync, Manual (3 levels) | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync, Rear Curtain, Wireless |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Max flash synchronize | 1/180 seconds | 1/180 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 1536 x 1024 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 355 gr (0.78 lbs) | 750 gr (1.65 lbs) |
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 Overall rating | 56 | 61 |
DXO Color Depth rating | 21.5 | 22.6 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 10.4 | 10.6 |
DXO Low light rating | 505 | 536 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 300 shots | 980 shots |
Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | BLS-1 | D-LI90 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC card | SD/SDHC/MMC |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Launch price | $799 | $599 |