Olympus E-PL1s vs Sony a5000
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Olympus E-PL1s vs Sony a5000 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 334g - 115 x 72 x 42mm
- Introduced November 2010
- Earlier Model is Olympus E-PL1
- Replacement is Olympus E-PL2
(Full Review)
- 20MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 16000
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Sony E Mount
- 269g - 110 x 63 x 36mm
- Introduced January 2014
- Superseded the Sony NEX-3N
- New Model is Sony a5100
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On this page, we will be reviewing the Olympus E-PL1s vs Sony a5000, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by brands Olympus and Sony. There is a crucial difference between the image resolutions of the E-PL1s (12MP) and a5000 (20MP) and the E-PL1s (Four Thirds) and a5000 (APS-C) provide totally different sensor sizes.
Photography GlossaryThe E-PL1s was launched 4 years earlier than the a5000 which is quite a serious gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before we go into a thorough comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the E-PL1s grades against the a5000 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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Here is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus PEN E-PL1s and Sony Alpha a5000. The complete galleries are provided at Olympus E-PL1s Gallery and Sony a5000 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus E-PL1s over the Sony a5000
| E-PL1s | a5000 |
|---|
Reasons to pick Sony a5000 over the Olympus E-PL1s
| a5000 | E-PL1s | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Introduced | January 2014 |  | November 2010 | Newer by 38 months |
| Screen type | Tilting |  | Fixed | Tilting screen |
| Screen dimensions | 3" |  | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
| Screen resolution | 461k |  | 230k | Sharper screen (+231k dot) |
Common features in the Olympus E-PL1s and Sony a5000
| E-PL1s | a5000 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Focus manually |  | Dial accurate focusing | ||
| Selfie screen |  | Neither contains selfie screen | ||
| Touch friendly screen |  | Neither contains Touch friendly screen |
Olympus E-PL1s vs Sony a5000 Physical Comparison
For those who are looking to travel with your camera frequently, you have to take into account its weight and size. The Olympus E-PL1s has got exterior measurements of 115mm x 72mm x 42mm (4.5" x 2.8" x 1.7") with a weight of 334 grams (0.74 lbs) while the Sony a5000 has specifications of 110mm x 63mm x 36mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.4") and a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs).
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Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have chosen during that time. Here is a front view sizing comparison of the E-PL1s and the a5000.
Using size and weight, the portability grade of the E-PL1s and a5000 is 86 and 89 respectively.
Olympus E-PL1s vs Sony a5000 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it's hard to visualise the contrast between sensor dimensions just by going over specs. The image below will offer you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the E-PL1s and a5000.
All in all, each of the cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The E-PL1s due to its tinier sensor will make shooting shallow DOF tougher and the Sony a5000 will offer greater detail utilizing its extra 8MP. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop photographs more aggressively. The more aged E-PL1s is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.
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Olympus E-PL1s vs Sony a5000 Specifications
| Olympus PEN E-PL1s | Sony Alpha a5000 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand | Olympus | Sony |
| Model type | Olympus PEN E-PL1s | Sony Alpha a5000 |
| Class | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
| Introduced | 2010-11-16 | 2014-01-07 |
| Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Powered by | Truepic V | Bionz X |
| Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
| Sensor size | Four Thirds | APS-C |
| Sensor measurements | 17.3 x 13mm | 23.2 x 15.4mm |
| Sensor area | 224.9mm² | 357.3mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 20 megapixels |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Maximum resolution | 4032 x 3024 | 5456 x 3632 |
| Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 16000 |
| Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
| RAW data | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Autofocus touch | ||
| Continuous autofocus | ||
| Single autofocus | ||
| Tracking autofocus | ||
| Autofocus selectice | ||
| Autofocus center weighted | ||
| Autofocus multi area | ||
| Live view autofocus | ||
| Face detect autofocus | ||
| Contract detect autofocus | ||
| Phase detect autofocus | ||
| Total focus points | 11 | 25 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount type | Micro Four Thirds | Sony E |
| Number of lenses | 107 | 121 |
| Focal length multiplier | 2.1 | 1.6 |
| Screen | ||
| Display type | Fixed Type | Tilting |
| Display diagonal | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
| Display resolution | 230k dots | 461k dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch functionality | ||
| Display tech | HyperCrystal LCD AR (Anti-Reflective) coating | TFT LCD with 180 upward tilt |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | Electronic (optional) | None |
| Features | ||
| Lowest shutter speed | 60s | 30s |
| Highest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/4000s |
| Continuous shooting rate | 3.0 frames/s | 4.0 frames/s |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual mode | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Change white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated flash | ||
| Flash distance | 10.00 m | 4.00 m (at ISO 100) |
| Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync, Manual (3 levels) | Flash off, Autoflash, Fill-flash, Rear Sync., Slow Sync., Red-eye reduction |
| Hot shoe | ||
| AEB | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Highest flash synchronize | 1/160s | 1/160s |
| 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) | 1920 x 1080 (60i/24p), 1440 x 1080 (25 fps), 640 x 480 (25 fps) |
| Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
| Video file format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
| Microphone support | ||
| Headphone support | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | Built-In |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environmental sealing | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 334g (0.74 lb) | 269g (0.59 lb) |
| Physical dimensions | 115 x 72 x 42mm (4.5" x 2.8" x 1.7") | 110 x 63 x 36mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.4") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO All around rating | not tested | 79 |
| DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 23.8 |
| DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 13.0 |
| DXO Low light rating | not tested | 1089 |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | 290 shots | 420 shots |
| Battery style | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
| Battery ID | BLS-1 | NP-FW50 |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 secs, custom) |
| Time lapse feature | With downloadable app | |
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Pro Duo |
| Card slots | 1 | 1 |
| Cost at launch | $599 | $448 |