Olympus E-PM2 vs Pentax K-5 II

Here is a extended comparison of the Olympus E-PM2 vs Pentax K-5 II, former being a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the other is a Advanced DSLR by rivals Olympus and Pentax. The image resolution of the E-PM2 (16MP) and the K-5 II (16MP) is fairly similar but the E-PM2 (Four Thirds) and K-5 II (APS-C) enjoy totally different sensor sizing.

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The E-PM2 was brought out at a similar time to the K-5 II which means that they are both of a similar age. The two cameras offer different body type with the Olympus E-PM2 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Pentax K-5 II being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before diving straight into a thorough comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the E-PM2 matches up against the K-5 II in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus PEN E-PM2 & Pentax K-5 II. The entire galleries are provided at Olympus E-PM2 Gallery & Pentax K-5 II Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to carry your camera, you have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Olympus E-PM2 enjoys physical dimensions of 110mm x 64mm x 34mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.3") along with a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs) whilst the Pentax K-5 II has measurements of 131mm x 97mm x 73mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 2.9") and a weight of 760 grams (1.68 lbs).

See the Olympus E-PM2 vs Pentax K-5 II in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are using at that time. The following is the front view physical size comparison of the E-PM2 vs the K-5 II.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the E-PM2 and K-5 II is 89 and 60 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is tough to see the difference between sensor sizing just by reviewing a spec sheet. The graphic here will offer you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the E-PM2 and K-5 II.

As you can see, the two cameras offer the same exact MP but not the same sensor sizing. The E-PM2 comes with the tinier sensor which will make getting bokeh more challenging.