Olympus E-PM1 vs Pentax K-r

Below, we are looking at the Olympus E-PM1 vs Pentax K-r, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Entry-Level DSLR by brands Olympus and Pentax. The resolution of the E-PM1 (12MP) and the K-r (12MP) is very similar but the E-PM1 (Four Thirds) and K-r (APS-C) possess totally different sensor measurements.

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The E-PM1 was unveiled 9 months after the K-r so they are of a similar generation. Both of these cameras come with different body type with the Olympus E-PM1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Pentax K-r being a Compact SLR camera.

Before we go through a in-depth comparison, below is a simple overview of how the E-PM1 grades vs the K-r with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus PEN E-PM1 and Pentax K-r. The full galleries are available at Olympus E-PM1 Gallery and Pentax K-r Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to travel with your camera often, you should consider its weight and dimensions. The Olympus E-PM1 comes with external measurements of 110mm x 64mm x 34mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.3") and a weight of 265 grams (0.58 lbs) whilst the Pentax K-r has dimensions of 125mm x 97mm x 68mm (4.9" x 3.8" x 2.7") along with a weight of 598 grams (1.32 lbs).

Look at the Olympus E-PM1 vs Pentax K-r in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you use at that time. Underneath is the front view proportions comparison of the E-PM1 and the K-r.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the E-PM1 and K-r is 89 and 67 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be hard to visualise the difference between sensor dimensions merely by going over specs. The pic below might give you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the E-PM1 and K-r.

All in all, both of those cameras posses the exact same MP but not the same sensor dimensions. The E-PM1 features the tinier sensor which should make achieving shallower DOF more difficult. The more recent E-PM1 will have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.