Olympus E-PL6 vs Pentax K-50

Lets look a little more closely at the Olympus E-PL6 vs Pentax K-50, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Entry-Level DSLR by competitors Olympus and Pentax. The image resolution of the E-PL6 (16MP) and the K-50 (16MP) is very similar but the E-PL6 (Four Thirds) and K-50 (APS-C) boast different sensor measurements.

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The E-PL6 was launched 9 months later than the K-50 and they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Olympus E-PL6 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Pentax K-50 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before delving into a in depth comparison, here is a concise overview of how the E-PL6 grades vs the K-50 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus PEN E-PL6 and Pentax K-50. The complete galleries are viewable at Olympus E-PL6 Gallery and Pentax K-50 Gallery.

When you are planning to lug around your camera often, you will need to consider its weight and measurements. The Olympus E-PL6 features outside dimensions of 111mm x 64mm x 38mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.5") and a weight of 325 grams (0.72 lbs) while the Pentax K-50 has proportions of 130mm x 97mm x 71mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 2.8") and a weight of 650 grams (1.43 lbs).

Take a look at the Olympus E-PL6 vs Pentax K-50 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you choose at that moment. The following is a front view overall size comparison of the E-PL6 versus the K-50.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the E-PL6 and K-50 is 88 and 63 respectively.

In many cases, it is tough to picture the gap between sensor measurements simply by reviewing specifications. The visual below should offer you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the E-PL6 and K-50.

To sum up, both of those cameras provide the same resolution but different sensor measurements. The E-PL6 has got the tinier sensor which should make getting bokeh trickier. The fresher E-PL6 should have an advantage in sensor innovation.