Olympus E-PL9 vs Pentax K-50

In this article, we will be comparing the Olympus E-PL9 versus Pentax K-50, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by rivals Olympus and Pentax. The image resolution of the E-PL9 (16MP) and the K-50 (16MP) is pretty comparable but the E-PL9 (Four Thirds) and K-50 (APS-C) possess different sensor sizes.

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The E-PL9 was brought out 4 years after the K-50 which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology 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-50 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before diving through a complete comparison, below is a short introduction of how the E-PL9 grades versus the K-50 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus PEN E-PL9 and Pentax K-50. The entire galleries are viewable at Olympus E-PL9 Gallery and Pentax K-50 Gallery.

For anyone who is going to carry around your camera, you will have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Olympus E-PL9 features physical measurements of 117mm x 68mm x 39mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.5") with a weight of 380 grams (0.84 lbs) and the Pentax K-50 has dimensions of 130mm x 97mm x 71mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 2.8") having a weight of 650 grams (1.43 lbs).

Contrast the Olympus E-PL9 versus Pentax K-50 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you choose during that time. Underneath is the front view overall size comparison of the E-PL9 compared to the K-50.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the E-PL9 and K-50 is 85 and 63 respectively.

Normally, it is tough to imagine the difference in sensor sizes purely by going through specifications. The picture underneath might provide you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the E-PL9 and K-50.

To sum up, the two cameras enjoy the same exact megapixels albeit different sensor sizes. The E-PL9 has the smaller sensor which should make obtaining shallow depth of field tougher. The more modern E-PL9 should have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.