Olympus E-PL6 vs Pentax K-S1

In this article, we will be analyzing the Olympus E-PL6 versus Pentax K-S1, former being a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Advanced DSLR by competitors Olympus and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the E-PL6 (16MP) and the K-S1 (20MP) is relatively comparable but the E-PL6 (Four Thirds) and K-S1 (APS-C) possess totally different sensor dimensions.

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The E-PL6 was launched very close to the K-S1 which means that they are both of a similar age. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Olympus E-PL6 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Pentax K-S1 being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before getting in to a detailed comparison, below is a short introduction of how the E-PL6 grades versus the K-S1 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus PEN E-PL6 & Pentax K-S1. The complete galleries are provided at Olympus E-PL6 Gallery & Pentax K-S1 Gallery.

For those who are looking to lug around your camera frequently, you'll need to think about its weight and volume. The Olympus E-PL6 offers physical measurements of 111mm x 64mm x 38mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.5") having a weight of 325 grams (0.72 lbs) while the Pentax K-S1 has sizing of 121mm x 93mm x 70mm (4.8" x 3.7" x 2.8") accompanied by a weight of 558 grams (1.23 lbs).

Compare the Olympus E-PL6 versus Pentax K-S1 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you have attached at the time. Underneath is the front view sizing comparison of the E-PL6 and the K-S1.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the E-PL6 and K-S1 is 88 and 69 respectively.

More often than not, it can be tough to envision the contrast in sensor measurements simply by checking out specs. The photograph here might give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the E-PL6 and K-S1.

All in all, both of the cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The E-PL6 featuring a smaller sensor will make achieving shallower depth of field harder and the Pentax K-S1 will provide more detail utilizing its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop photographs far more aggressively.