Olympus E-PM1 vs Pentax W80
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Olympus E-PM1 vs Pentax W80 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 12800
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 265g - 110 x 64 x 34mm
- Launched November 2011
- Successor is Olympus E-PM2
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 6400
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 156g - 100 x 56 x 25mm
- Introduced June 2009
Olympus E-PM1 vs Pentax W80 Overview
Lets take a more detailed look at the Olympus E-PM1 versus Pentax W80, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Olympus and Pentax. The image resolution of the E-PM1 (12MP) and the W80 (12MP) is very similar but the E-PM1 (Four Thirds) and W80 (1/2.3") possess totally different sensor dimensions.
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe E-PM1 was unveiled 2 years after the W80 which is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Olympus E-PM1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Pentax W80 being a Compact camera.
Before delving through a step-by-step comparison, below is a concise view of how the E-PM1 grades versus the W80 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Olympus E-PM1 vs Pentax W80 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus PEN E-PM1 and Pentax Optio W80. The full galleries are provided at Olympus E-PM1 Gallery and Pentax W80 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus E-PM1 over the Pentax W80
E-PM1 | W80 | |||
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Introduced | November 2011 | June 2009 | More modern by 30 months | |
Display sizing | 3" | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.5") | |
Display resolution | 460k | 230k | Clearer display (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Pentax W80 over the Olympus E-PM1
W80 | E-PM1 |
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Common features in the Olympus E-PM1 and Pentax W80
E-PM1 | W80 | |||
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Focus manually | Dial exact focus | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Neither comes with selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Missing Touch friendly display |
Olympus E-PM1 vs Pentax W80 Physical Comparison
When you are intending to carry around your camera regularly, you are going to need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Olympus E-PM1 comes with exterior dimensions of 110mm x 64mm x 34mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.3") along with a weight of 265 grams (0.58 lbs) whilst the Pentax W80 has dimensions of 100mm x 56mm x 25mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") and a weight of 156 grams (0.34 lbs).
Analyze the Olympus E-PM1 versus Pentax W80 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are utilising during that time. Underneath is the front view dimension comparison of the E-PM1 and the W80.
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the E-PM1 and W80 is 89 and 94 respectively.
Olympus E-PM1 vs Pentax W80 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is very difficult to visualise the gap between sensor sizes simply by reviewing a spec sheet. The pic underneath will give you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the E-PM1 and W80.
As you can see, each of the cameras enjoy the same exact resolution but not the same sensor sizes. The E-PM1 contains the larger sensor which will make achieving shallower DOF easier. The more modern E-PM1 is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.
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Olympus E-PM1 vs Pentax W80 Specifications
Olympus PEN E-PM1 | Pentax Optio W80 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Olympus | Pentax |
Model | Olympus PEN E-PM1 | Pentax Optio W80 |
Type | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2011-11-23 | 2009-06-25 |
Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | TruePic VI | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | Four Thirds | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 17.3 x 13mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 224.9mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4032 x 3024 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 12800 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 64 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Number of focus points | 35 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Micro Four Thirds | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | - | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Highest aperture | - | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focus distance | - | 1cm |
Available lenses | 107 | - |
Focal length multiplier | 2.1 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inch | 2.5 inch |
Display resolution | 460 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display tech | HyperCrystal LCD AR(Anti-Reflective) coating | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic (optional) | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 60s | 4s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/1500s |
Continuous shooting rate | 6.0 frames/s | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | 3.90 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync, Manual (3 levels) | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Highest flash synchronize | 1/160s | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | AVCHD, Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 265g (0.58 lb) | 156g (0.34 lb) |
Dimensions | 110 x 64 x 34mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.3") | 100 x 56 x 25mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | 52 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | 21.0 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | 10.3 | not tested |
DXO Low light score | 499 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 330 shots | - |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | BLS-5 | D-LI78 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail cost | $499 | $250 |