Olympus E-PL1 vs Pentax K-70
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Olympus E-PL1 vs Pentax K-70 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 334g - 115 x 72 x 42mm
- Introduced May 2010
- Refreshed by Olympus E-PL1s
(Full Review)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 100 - 102400
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1/6000s Max Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Pentax KAF2 Mount
- 688g - 126 x 93 x 74mm
- Released June 2016
- Successor is Pentax KF
Olympus E-PL1 vs Pentax K-70 Overview
Here, we are analyzing the Olympus E-PL1 vs Pentax K-70, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Entry-Level DSLR by manufacturers Olympus and Pentax. There is a huge difference between the sensor resolutions of the E-PL1 (12MP) and K-70 (24MP) and the E-PL1 (Four Thirds) and K-70 (APS-C) boast different sensor sizes.
Apple Innovates by Creating Next-Level Optical Stabilization for iPhoneThe E-PL1 was unveiled 7 years before the K-70 and that is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Olympus E-PL1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Pentax K-70 being a Compact SLR camera.
Before getting straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the E-PL1 scores versus the K-70 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Olympus E-PL1 vs Pentax K-70 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus PEN E-PL1 and Pentax K-70. The full galleries are provided at Olympus E-PL1 Gallery and Pentax K-70 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus E-PL1 over the Pentax K-70
E-PL1 | K-70 |
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Reasons to pick Pentax K-70 over the Olympus E-PL1
K-70 | E-PL1 | |||
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Released | June 2016 | May 2010 | More recent by 73 months | |
Display type | Fully Articulated | Fixed | Fully Articulating display | |
Display size | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Display resolution | 921k | 230k | Clearer display (+691k dot) | |
Selfie screen | Take selfies |
Common features in the Olympus E-PL1 and Pentax K-70
E-PL1 | K-70 | |||
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Focus manually | Very exact focus | |||
Touch friendly display | Missing Touch friendly display |
Olympus E-PL1 vs Pentax K-70 Physical Comparison
For those who are planning to lug around your camera frequently, you should think about its weight and size. The Olympus E-PL1 offers exterior dimensions of 115mm x 72mm x 42mm (4.5" x 2.8" x 1.7") and a weight of 334 grams (0.74 lbs) whilst the Pentax K-70 has specifications of 126mm x 93mm x 74mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 2.9") accompanied by a weight of 688 grams (1.52 lbs).
Contrast the Olympus E-PL1 vs Pentax K-70 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Underneath is a front view dimension comparison of the E-PL1 against the K-70.
Using size and weight, the portability grade of the E-PL1 and K-70 is 86 and 62 respectively.
Olympus E-PL1 vs Pentax K-70 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it's hard to imagine the difference between sensor measurements merely by reviewing a spec sheet. The visual below might offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the E-PL1 and K-70.
Clearly, the two cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The E-PL1 having a tinier sensor is going to make getting shallower depth of field tougher and the Pentax K-70 will offer more detail having an extra 12 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also let you crop photos way more aggressively. The older E-PL1 is going to be behind with regard to sensor innovation.
Olympus E-PL1 vs Pentax K-70 Screen and ViewFinder
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Olympus E-PL1 vs Pentax K-70 Specifications
Olympus PEN E-PL1 | Pentax K-70 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Olympus | Pentax |
Model | Olympus PEN E-PL1 | Pentax K-70 |
Category | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level DSLR |
Introduced | 2010-05-17 | 2016-06-08 |
Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Compact SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Truepic V | PRIME MII |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | Four Thirds | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 17.3 x 13mm | 23.5 x 15.6mm |
Sensor area | 224.9mm² | 366.6mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 24 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 |
Full resolution | 4032 x 3024 | 6000 x 4000 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 102400 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 11 | 11 |
Cross focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Micro Four Thirds | Pentax KAF2 |
Available lenses | 107 | 151 |
Focal length multiplier | 2.1 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fully Articulated |
Display sizing | 2.7" | 3" |
Display resolution | 230k dots | 921k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Display technology | HyperCrystal LCD AR (Anti-Reflective) coating | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic (optional) | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.63x |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 60 seconds | 30 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/6000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 3.0 frames per sec | 6.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 10.00 m | 12.00 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync, Manual (3 levels) | Auto, auto w/redeye reduction, flash on, flash + redeye reduction, slow sync, trailing curtain sync, manual |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Maximum flash synchronize | 1/160 seconds | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60i, 50i, 30p, 25p, 24p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 50p) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | Optional |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 334g (0.74 lbs) | 688g (1.52 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 115 x 72 x 42mm (4.5" x 2.8" x 1.7") | 126 x 93 x 74mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 2.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | 54 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | 21.5 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | 10.1 | not tested |
DXO Low light score | 487 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 290 photos | 410 photos |
Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | BLS-1 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | Yes (2 or 12 secs, continuous) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC card | SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I compatible) |
Card slots | One | One |
Cost at launch | $288 | $649 |