Olympus E-PL7 vs Pentax K-S2
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Olympus E-PL7 vs Pentax K-S2 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
- 357g - 115 x 67 x 38mm
- Introduced September 2014
- Older Model is Olympus E-PL6
- Refreshed by Olympus E-PL8
(Full Review)
- 20MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 100 - 51200
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1/6000s Max Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Pentax KAF2 Mount
- 678g - 123 x 91 x 73mm
- Introduced February 2015
- Succeeded the Pentax K-S1
Olympus E-PL7 vs Pentax K-S2 Overview
Here, we will be reviewing the Olympus E-PL7 vs Pentax K-S2, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by brands Olympus and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the E-PL7 (16MP) and the K-S2 (20MP) is pretty comparable but the E-PL7 (Four Thirds) and K-S2 (APS-C) offer totally different sensor dimensions.
Pentax 17 Pre-Orders Outperform Expectations by a LandslideThe E-PL7 was launched 5 months prior to the K-S2 and they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Olympus E-PL7 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Pentax K-S2 being a Compact SLR camera.
Before getting into a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief summation of how the E-PL7 scores against the K-S2 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Olympus E-PL7 vs Pentax K-S2 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus PEN E-PL7 and Pentax K-S2. The complete galleries are available at Olympus E-PL7 Gallery and Pentax K-S2 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus E-PL7 over the Pentax K-S2
E-PL7 | K-S2 | |||
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Screen resolution | 1037k | 921k | Clearer screen (+116k dot) | |
Touch screen | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Pentax K-S2 over the Olympus E-PL7
K-S2 | E-PL7 | |||
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Screen type | Fully Articulated | Tilting | Fully Articulating screen |
Common features in the Olympus E-PL7 and Pentax K-S2
E-PL7 | K-S2 | |||
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Introduced | September 2014 | February 2015 | Same generation | |
Manual focus | Dial accurate focusing | |||
Screen size | 3" | 3" | Same screen sizing | |
Selfie screen | Both are selfie friendly |
Olympus E-PL7 vs Pentax K-S2 Physical Comparison
When you are looking to lug around your camera often, you will want to factor in its weight and proportions. The Olympus E-PL7 has physical measurements of 115mm x 67mm x 38mm (4.5" x 2.6" x 1.5") having a weight of 357 grams (0.79 lbs) whilst the Pentax K-S2 has measurements of 123mm x 91mm x 73mm (4.8" x 3.6" x 2.9") having a weight of 678 grams (1.49 lbs).
Look at the Olympus E-PL7 vs Pentax K-S2 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have attached at that time. Following is a front view sizing comparison of the E-PL7 versus the K-S2.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the E-PL7 and K-S2 is 86 and 64 respectively.
Olympus E-PL7 vs Pentax K-S2 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is very difficult to see the gap in sensor measurements only by checking out specifications. The photograph underneath may give you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the E-PL7 and K-S2.
To sum up, the 2 cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The E-PL7 due to its smaller sensor will make shooting shallower DOF harder and the Pentax K-S2 will produce more detail utilizing its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop pictures way more aggressively.
Olympus E-PL7 vs Pentax K-S2 Screen and ViewFinder
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Olympus E-PL7 vs Pentax K-S2 Specifications
Olympus PEN E-PL7 | Pentax K-S2 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Olympus | Pentax |
Model type | Olympus PEN E-PL7 | Pentax K-S2 |
Class | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level DSLR |
Introduced | 2014-09-01 | 2015-02-10 |
Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Compact SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | TruePic VII | PRIME MII |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | Four Thirds | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 17.3 x 13mm | 23.5 x 15.6mm |
Sensor surface area | 224.9mm² | 366.6mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 20MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 |
Max resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 5472 x 3648 |
Max native ISO | 25600 | 51200 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | 81 | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Micro Four Thirds | Pentax KAF2 |
Total lenses | 107 | 151 |
Crop factor | 2.1 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Tilting | Fully Articulated |
Display sizing | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 1,037k dots | 921k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic (optional) | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.64x |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 60 secs | 30 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/6000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 8.0 frames/s | 5.4 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | 12.00 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash modes | no built-in flash | Auto, auto w/redeye reduction, flash on, flash on + redeye reduction, slow sync, trailing curtain sync, manual flash |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30p, 25p, 24p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 50p) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | H.264, Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | Optional |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 357 grams (0.79 lbs) | 678 grams (1.49 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 115 x 67 x 38mm (4.5" x 2.6" x 1.5") | 123 x 91 x 73mm (4.8" x 3.6" x 2.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | 72 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | 22.7 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 12.4 | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | 873 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 350 shots | 410 shots |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | BLS-50 | D-LI109 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec, custom) | Yes (2 or 12 secs) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC card | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | One | One |
Retail pricing | $499 | $581 |