Olympus E-PL2 vs Pentax K-S1

The following is a comprehensive assessment of the Olympus E-PL2 versus Pentax K-S1, former is a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Advanced DSLR by brands Olympus and Pentax. There exists a substantial gap between the resolutions of the E-PL2 (12MP) and K-S1 (20MP) and the E-PL2 (Four Thirds) and K-S1 (APS-C) boast different sensor size.

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The E-PL2 was unveiled 4 years before the K-S1 which is quite a big difference as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras have different body design with the Olympus E-PL2 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Pentax K-S1 being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before diving into a more detailed comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the E-PL2 matches up against the K-S1 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus PEN E-PL2 & Pentax K-S1. The full galleries are viewable at Olympus E-PL2 Gallery & Pentax K-S1 Gallery.

In case you're planning to travel with your camera often, you will have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Olympus E-PL2 provides physical dimensions of 114mm x 72mm x 42mm (4.5" x 2.8" x 1.7") along with a weight of 362 grams (0.80 lbs) while the Pentax K-S1 has proportions of 121mm x 93mm x 70mm (4.8" x 3.7" x 2.8") having a weight of 558 grams (1.23 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are utilising during that time. Underneath is a front view dimension comparison of the E-PL2 compared to the K-S1.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the E-PL2 and K-S1 is 85 and 69 respectively.

Normally, it is difficult to imagine the gap between sensor dimensions just by reading through specifications. The pic underneath might provide you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the E-PL2 and K-S1.

To sum up, each of the cameras have different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The E-PL2 with its tinier sensor is going to make shooting bokeh tougher and the Pentax K-S1 will resolve more detail having an extra 8 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop shots a bit more aggressively. The more aged E-PL2 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.