Olympus E-PL1 vs Pentax K100D S
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Olympus E-PL1 vs Pentax K100D S 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
- Successor is Olympus E-PL1s
(Full Review)
- 6MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 200 - 3200
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- No Video
- Pentax KAF2 Mount
- 646g - 129 x 91 x 71mm
- Announced June 2007
- Superseded the Pentax K100D
- Refreshed by Pentax K200D
Olympus E-PL1 vs Pentax K100D S Overview
Following is a thorough comparison of the Olympus E-PL1 vs Pentax K100D S, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by manufacturers Olympus and Pentax. There exists a big gap between the image resolutions of the E-PL1 (12MP) and K100D S (6MP) and the E-PL1 (Four Thirds) and K100D S (APS-C) use totally different sensor size.
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe E-PL1 was brought out 2 years after the K100D S which is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Olympus E-PL1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Pentax K100D S being a Compact SLR camera.
Before getting straight into a thorough comparison, below is a brief view of how the E-PL1 matches up versus the K100D S in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Olympus E-PL1 vs Pentax K100D S Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus PEN E-PL1 and Pentax K100D Super. The entire galleries are available at Olympus E-PL1 Gallery and Pentax K100D S Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus E-PL1 over the Pentax K100D S
E-PL1 | K100D S | |||
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Announced | May 2010 | June 2007 | More modern by 36 months | |
Screen sizing | 2.7" | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.2") | |
Screen resolution | 230k | 210k | Crisper screen (+20k dot) |
Reasons to pick Pentax K100D S over the Olympus E-PL1
K100D S | E-PL1 |
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Common features in the Olympus E-PL1 and Pentax K100D S
E-PL1 | K100D S | |||
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Manually focus | Dial precise focusing | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Missing selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Missing Touch friendly screen |
Olympus E-PL1 vs Pentax K100D S Physical Comparison
For those who are aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you will need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Olympus E-PL1 enjoys outer dimensions of 115mm x 72mm x 42mm (4.5" x 2.8" x 1.7") accompanied by a weight of 334 grams (0.74 lbs) whilst the Pentax K100D S has measurements of 129mm x 91mm x 71mm (5.1" x 3.6" x 2.8") and a weight of 646 grams (1.42 lbs).
Look at the Olympus E-PL1 vs Pentax K100D S in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you use at that time. Here is the front view size comparison of the E-PL1 versus the K100D S.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the E-PL1 and K100D S is 86 and 65 respectively.
Olympus E-PL1 vs Pentax K100D S Sensor Comparison
Typically, it's tough to see the contrast between sensor sizes just by checking a spec sheet. The picture here may offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the E-PL1 and K100D S.
As you can see, both of the cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The E-PL1 due to its tinier sensor will make achieving shallow depth of field more difficult and the Olympus E-PL1 will give greater detail having its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop photographs a little more aggressively. The newer E-PL1 is going to have an edge with regard to sensor technology.
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Olympus E-PL1 vs Pentax K100D S Specifications
Olympus PEN E-PL1 | Pentax K100D Super | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Olympus | Pentax |
Model | Olympus PEN E-PL1 | Pentax K100D Super |
Class | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level DSLR |
Introduced | 2010-05-17 | 2007-06-28 |
Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Compact SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Truepic V | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | Four Thirds | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 17.3 x 13mm | 23.5 x 15.7mm |
Sensor surface area | 224.9mm² | 369.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 6 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 |
Highest resolution | 4032 x 3024 | 3008 x 2008 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 200 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 11 | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Micro Four Thirds | Pentax KAF2 |
Total lenses | 107 | 151 |
Focal length multiplier | 2.1 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.7 inches | 2.5 inches |
Display resolution | 230k dots | 210k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Display tech | HyperCrystal LCD AR (Anti-Reflective) coating | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic (optional) | Optical (pentamirror) |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 96 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.57x |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 60 seconds | 30 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 3.0fps | 3.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 10.00 m | - |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync, Manual (3 levels) | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye reduction |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Maximum flash synchronize | 1/160 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) | - |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | None |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | - |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 334g (0.74 lb) | 646g (1.42 lb) |
Dimensions | 115 x 72 x 42mm (4.5" x 2.8" x 1.7") | 129 x 91 x 71mm (5.1" x 3.6" x 2.8") |
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 | - |
Battery style | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | BLS-1 | 4 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC card | SD/SDHC card |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at launch | $288 | $520 |