Olympus E-P5 vs Pentax K-5

Below, we are comparing the Olympus E-P5 versus Pentax K-5, former is a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the other is a Advanced DSLR by brands Olympus and Pentax. The resolution of the E-P5 (16MP) and the K-5 (16MP) is fairly comparable but the E-P5 (Four Thirds) and K-5 (APS-C) feature different sensor sizes.

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The E-P5 was revealed 2 years after the K-5 which is a fairly significant difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras come with different body type with the Olympus E-P5 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Pentax K-5 being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before going in to a full comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the E-P5 grades against the K-5 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus PEN E-P5 & Pentax K-5. The full galleries are viewable at Olympus E-P5 Gallery & Pentax K-5 Gallery.

If you are going to travel with your camera frequently, you're going to have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Olympus E-P5 features external measurements of 122mm x 69mm x 37mm (4.8" x 2.7" x 1.5") and a weight of 420 grams (0.93 lbs) while the Pentax K-5 has proportions of 131mm x 97mm x 73mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 2.9") having a weight of 740 grams (1.63 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have chosen at that time. Underneath is the front view sizing comparison of the E-P5 and the K-5.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the E-P5 and K-5 is 85 and 60 respectively.

Often, it's tough to picture the gap in sensor dimensions merely by checking out specs. The image underneath should give you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the E-P5 and K-5.

All in all, each of the cameras have got the exact same resolution but different sensor dimensions. The E-P5 features the smaller sensor which will make achieving shallow depth of field tougher. The more modern E-P5 provides a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.