Olympus E-PL9 vs Pentax K-01

Its time to look much closer at the Olympus E-PL9 versus Pentax K-01, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by competitors Olympus and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the E-PL9 (16MP) and the K-01 (16MP) is pretty similar but the E-PL9 (Four Thirds) and K-01 (APS-C) feature totally different sensor sizes.

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The E-PL9 was introduced 5 years after the K-01 which is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Olympus E-PL9 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Pentax K-01 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving straight into a full comparison, below is a quick highlight of how the E-PL9 matches up against the K-01 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus PEN E-PL9 & Pentax K-01. The whole galleries are provided at Olympus E-PL9 Gallery & Pentax K-01 Gallery.

When you are going to carry around your camera, you are going to need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Olympus E-PL9 has got external measurements of 117mm x 68mm x 39mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 380 grams (0.84 lbs) and the Pentax K-01 has proportions of 122mm x 79mm x 58mm (4.8" x 3.1" x 2.3") accompanied by a weight of 561 grams (1.24 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are using during that time. The following is the front view dimensions comparison of the E-PL9 vs the K-01.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the E-PL9 and K-01 is 85 and 76 respectively.

Generally, it's tough to visualise the gap between sensor sizes only by going over technical specs. The pic here might give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the E-PL9 and K-01.

As you have seen, each of these cameras enjoy the same exact resolution albeit not the same sensor sizes. The E-PL9 has got the tinier sensor which should make obtaining shallower depth of field more challenging. The younger E-PL9 will have an advantage in sensor innovation.