Olympus E-PM1 vs Pentax ist DL2
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Olympus E-PM1 vs Pentax ist DL2 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 12800
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 265g - 110 x 64 x 34mm
- Announced November 2011
- Replacement is Olympus E-PM2
(Full Review)
- 6MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 200 - 3200
- Pentax KAF Mount
- 565g - 125 x 93 x 66mm
- Introduced January 2006
Olympus E-PM1 vs Pentax ist DL2 Overview
On this page, we will be analyzing the Olympus E-PM1 versus Pentax ist DL2, former being a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Advanced DSLR by competitors Olympus and Pentax. There is a substantial difference between the image resolutions of the E-PM1 (12MP) and ist DL2 (6MP) and the E-PM1 (Four Thirds) and ist DL2 (APS-C) offer totally different sensor size.
Pentax 17 Pre-Orders Outperform Expectations by a LandslideThe E-PM1 was launched 5 years later than the ist DL2 and that is quite a big difference as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras have different body design with the Olympus E-PM1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Pentax ist DL2 being a Mid-size SLR camera.
Before we go right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the E-PM1 matches up against the ist DL2 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Olympus E-PM1 vs Pentax ist DL2 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus PEN E-PM1 & Pentax ist DL2. The complete galleries are viewable at Olympus E-PM1 Gallery & Pentax ist DL2 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus E-PM1 over the Pentax ist DL2
E-PM1 | ist DL2 | |||
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Introduced | November 2011 | January 2006 | Fresher by 71 months | |
Screen dimensions | 3" | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.5") | |
Screen resolution | 460k | 210k | Clearer screen (+250k dot) |
Reasons to pick Pentax ist DL2 over the Olympus E-PM1
ist DL2 | E-PM1 |
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Common features in the Olympus E-PM1 and Pentax ist DL2
E-PM1 | ist DL2 | |||
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Focus manually | Very exact focusing | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Neither features selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Lack of Touch friendly screen |
Olympus E-PM1 vs Pentax ist DL2 Physical Comparison
If you are looking to carry your camera often, you'll need to factor in its weight and volume. The Olympus E-PM1 enjoys physical dimensions of 110mm x 64mm x 34mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.3") having a weight of 265 grams (0.58 lbs) and the Pentax ist DL2 has sizing of 125mm x 93mm x 66mm (4.9" x 3.7" x 2.6") accompanied by a weight of 565 grams (1.25 lbs).
Take a look at the Olympus E-PM1 versus Pentax ist DL2 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are utilising during that time. The following is a front view dimensions comparison of the E-PM1 and the ist DL2.
Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the E-PM1 and ist DL2 is 89 and 69 respectively.
Olympus E-PM1 vs Pentax ist DL2 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is difficult to visualise the gap between sensor sizing simply by reading through a spec sheet. The graphic below might give you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the E-PM1 and ist DL2.
As you can see, both of the cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The E-PM1 due to its tinier sensor will make achieving shallower DOF trickier and the Olympus E-PM1 will resolve more detail utilizing its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop shots more aggressively. The newer E-PM1 will have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.
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Olympus E-PM1 vs Pentax ist DL2 Specifications
Olympus PEN E-PM1 | Pentax ist DL2 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Olympus | Pentax |
Model type | Olympus PEN E-PM1 | Pentax ist DL2 |
Type | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Advanced DSLR |
Announced | 2011-11-23 | 2006-01-27 |
Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Mid-size SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | TruePic VI | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | Four Thirds | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 17.3 x 13mm | 23.5 x 15.7mm |
Sensor area | 224.9mm² | 369.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 6 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 | 3:2 |
Max resolution | 4032 x 3024 | 3008 x 2008 |
Max native ISO | 12800 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 200 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Total focus points | 35 | 5 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Micro Four Thirds | Pentax KAF |
Number of lenses | 107 | 151 |
Crop factor | 2.1 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3" | 2.5" |
Screen resolution | 460 thousand dots | 210 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Screen technology | HyperCrystal LCD AR(Anti-Reflective) coating | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic (optional) | Optical |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 95% |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.57x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 60 seconds | 30 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 6.0fps | 3.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | - |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync, Manual (3 levels) | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye reduction |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Fastest flash synchronize | 1/160 seconds | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | - |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | - |
Video format | AVCHD, Motion JPEG | - |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | No |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 1.0 (1.5 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 265 grams (0.58 lb) | 565 grams (1.25 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 110 x 64 x 34mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.3") | 125 x 93 x 66mm (4.9" x 3.7" x 2.6") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | 52 | 65 |
DXO Color Depth rating | 21.0 | 22.9 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 10.3 | 11.1 |
DXO Low light rating | 499 | 639 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 330 photos | - |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | BLS-5 | 4 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/MMC card |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Launch pricing | $499 | - |