Olympus E-PL6 vs Pentax K-50
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Olympus E-PL6 vs Pentax K-50 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 25600
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 325g - 111 x 64 x 38mm
- Introduced August 2014
- New Model is Olympus E-PL7
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 51600
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1/6000s Max Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Pentax KAF2 Mount
- 650g - 130 x 97 x 71mm
- Launched November 2013
- Earlier Model is Pentax K-30
Olympus E-PL6 vs Pentax K-50 Overview
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.
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe 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.
Olympus E-PL6 vs Pentax K-50 Gallery
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.
Reasons to pick Olympus E-PL6 over the Pentax K-50
E-PL6 | K-50 | |||
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Launched | August 2014 | November 2013 | More recent by 9 months | |
Display type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting display | |
Selfie screen | Take selfies | |||
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Pentax K-50 over the Olympus E-PL6
K-50 | E-PL6 | |||
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Display resolution | 921k | 460k | Clearer display (+461k dot) |
Common features in the Olympus E-PL6 and Pentax K-50
E-PL6 | K-50 | |||
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Manually focus | More precise focusing | |||
Display dimensions | 3" | 3" | Equal display measurements |
Olympus E-PL6 vs Pentax K-50 Physical Comparison
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.
Olympus E-PL6 vs Pentax K-50 Sensor Comparison
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.
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Olympus E-PL6 vs Pentax K-50 Specifications
Olympus PEN E-PL6 | Pentax K-50 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Olympus | Pentax |
Model | Olympus PEN E-PL6 | Pentax K-50 |
Category | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level DSLR |
Introduced | 2014-08-01 | 2013-11-27 |
Body design | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Compact SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | TruePic VI | PRIME M |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | Four Thirds | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 17.3 x 13mm | 23.7 x 15.7mm |
Sensor area | 224.9mm² | 372.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 |
Peak resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4928 x 3264 |
Highest native ISO | 25600 | 51600 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | 35 | 11 |
Cross focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Micro Four Thirds | Pentax KAF2 |
Total lenses | 107 | 151 |
Focal length multiplier | 2.1 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3" | 3" |
Display resolution | 460k dot | 921k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Display technology | - | TFT LCD monitor with brightness/color adjustment and AR coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic (optional) | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.61x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 60 secs | 30 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/6000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 8.0fps | 6.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 7.00 m (bundled FL-LM1) | 12.00 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync, Manual (3 levels) | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync, Slow Sync+Redeye, Trailing Curtain Sync, Wireless |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Fastest flash sync | - | 1/180 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30,25,24 fps), 1280 x 720 (60,50,30,25,24 fps), 640 x 424 (30,25,24 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | Optional |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 325 gr (0.72 lbs) | 650 gr (1.43 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 111 x 64 x 38mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.5") | 130 x 97 x 71mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 2.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | 79 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 23.7 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 13.0 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 1120 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 360 images | 410 images |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | BLS-5 | D-LI109 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | Yes ( 2 or 12 seconds) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Retail price | $300 | $610 |