Olympus E-PL3 vs Pentax K-r
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Olympus E-PL3 vs Pentax K-r Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 200 - 12800
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 313g - 110 x 64 x 37mm
- Launched September 2011
- Superseded the Olympus E-PL2
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- 12MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 200 - 12800 (Bump to 25600)
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1/6000s Max Shutter
- 1280 x 720 video
- Pentax KAF2 Mount
- 598g - 125 x 97 x 68mm
- Launched March 2011
Olympus E-PL3 vs Pentax K-r Overview
Lets look a little more closely at the Olympus E-PL3 versus Pentax K-r, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Entry-Level DSLR by brands Olympus and Pentax. The image resolution of the E-PL3 (12MP) and the K-r (12MP) is very similar but the E-PL3 (Four Thirds) and K-r (APS-C) boast different sensor sizing.
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firmsThe E-PL3 was announced 7 months after the K-r which means that they are of a similar generation. Both the cameras have different body design with the Olympus E-PL3 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Pentax K-r being a Compact SLR camera.
Before going straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a simple overview of how the E-PL3 matches up vs the K-r when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Olympus E-PL3 vs Pentax K-r Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus PEN E-PL3 and Pentax K-r. The whole galleries are available at Olympus E-PL3 Gallery and Pentax K-r Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus E-PL3 over the Pentax K-r
E-PL3 | K-r | |||
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Launched | September 2011 | March 2011 | More modern by 7 months | |
Display type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting display |
Reasons to pick Pentax K-r over the Olympus E-PL3
K-r | E-PL3 | |||
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Display resolution | 921k | 460k | Sharper display (+461k dot) |
Common features in the Olympus E-PL3 and Pentax K-r
E-PL3 | K-r | |||
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Manual focus | Dial accurate focus | |||
Display dimensions | 3" | 3" | Equal display measurement | |
Selfie screen | Neither comes with selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Lack of Touch friendly display |
Olympus E-PL3 vs Pentax K-r Physical Comparison
If you are planning to carry around your camera regularly, you will want to factor its weight and measurements. The Olympus E-PL3 comes with external measurements of 110mm x 64mm x 37mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 313 grams (0.69 lbs) while the Pentax K-r has proportions of 125mm x 97mm x 68mm (4.9" x 3.8" x 2.7") and a weight of 598 grams (1.32 lbs).
Examine the Olympus E-PL3 versus Pentax K-r in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have attached at that moment. Below is a front view dimensions comparison of the E-PL3 versus the K-r.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the E-PL3 and K-r is 88 and 67 respectively.
Olympus E-PL3 vs Pentax K-r Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is difficult to imagine the difference between sensor sizes just by going over a spec sheet. The picture here will help provide you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the E-PL3 and K-r.
Clearly, the two cameras provide the same resolution but different sensor sizes. The E-PL3 has got the tinier sensor which should make achieving shallower DOF more difficult. The more recent E-PL3 provides an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.
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Olympus E-PL3 vs Pentax K-r Specifications
Olympus PEN E-PL3 | Pentax K-r | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Olympus | Pentax |
Model type | Olympus PEN E-PL3 | Pentax K-r |
Class | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level DSLR |
Launched | 2011-09-20 | 2011-03-11 |
Body design | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Compact SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Truepic VI | Prime II |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | Four Thirds | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 17.3 x 13mm | 23.6 x 15.8mm |
Sensor surface area | 224.9mm² | 372.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 12MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 | 3:2 |
Max resolution | 4032 x 3024 | 4288 x 2848 |
Max native ISO | 12800 | 12800 |
Max enhanced ISO | - | 25600 |
Min native ISO | 200 | 200 |
RAW files | ||
Min enhanced ISO | - | 100 |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | 35 | 11 |
Cross type focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Micro Four Thirds | Pentax KAF2 |
Number of lenses | 107 | 151 |
Focal length multiplier | 2.1 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 460k dot | 921k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display technology | HyperCrystal LCD AR(Anti-Reflective) coating | TFT LCD monitor |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic (optional) | Optical (pentamirror) |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 96 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.57x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 60 seconds | 30 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/6000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 6.0fps | 6.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | 12.00 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync, Manual (3 levels) | Auto, Red-eye Reduction, Slow-speed Sync, Trailing Curtain Sync, High-Speed Sync and Wireless Sync |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Fastest flash sync | 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 | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (25 fps), 640 x 480 (25 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video format | AVCHD, Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | Optional |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 313g (0.69 pounds) | 598g (1.32 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 110 x 64 x 37mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.5") | 125 x 97 x 68mm (4.9" x 3.8" x 2.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | 52 | 72 |
DXO Color Depth rating | 20.9 | 22.9 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 10.3 | 12.4 |
DXO Low light rating | 499 | 755 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 300 shots | 470 shots |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | BLS-5 | D-LI109,4 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Price at release | $399 | $1,100 |