Olympus E-PM2 vs Pentax K-500
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Olympus E-PM2 vs Pentax K-500 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 200 - 25600
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 269g - 110 x 64 x 34mm
- Revealed May 2013
- Superseded the Olympus E-PM1
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 51600
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1/6000s Max Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Pentax KAF2 Mount
- 646g - 130 x 97 x 71mm
- Released November 2013
Olympus E-PM2 vs Pentax K-500 Overview
Here, we will be looking at the Olympus E-PM2 vs Pentax K-500, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by manufacturers Olympus and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the E-PM2 (16MP) and the K-500 (16MP) is pretty comparable but the E-PM2 (Four Thirds) and K-500 (APS-C) have different sensor dimensions.
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe E-PM2 was released 6 months prior to the K-500 and they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Olympus E-PM2 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Pentax K-500 being a Compact SLR camera.
Before we go straight to a full comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the E-PM2 scores against the K-500 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Olympus E-PM2 vs Pentax K-500 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus PEN E-PM2 and Pentax K-500. The complete galleries are provided at Olympus E-PM2 Gallery and Pentax K-500 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus E-PM2 over the Pentax K-500
E-PM2 | K-500 | |||
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Touch screen | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Pentax K-500 over the Olympus E-PM2
K-500 | E-PM2 | |||
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Screen resolution | 921k | 460k | Clearer screen (+461k dot) |
Common features in the Olympus E-PM2 and Pentax K-500
E-PM2 | K-500 | |||
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Released | May 2013 | November 2013 | Same generation | |
Focus manually | More exact focusing | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen size | 3" | 3" | Same screen sizing | |
Selfie screen | Neither includes selfie screen |
Olympus E-PM2 vs Pentax K-500 Physical Comparison
If you are intending to lug around your camera regularly, you'll need to factor in its weight and size. The Olympus E-PM2 features external measurements of 110mm x 64mm x 34mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.3") and a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs) whilst the Pentax K-500 has specifications of 130mm x 97mm x 71mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 2.8") having a weight of 646 grams (1.42 lbs).
Contrast the Olympus E-PM2 vs Pentax K-500 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have during that time. The following is a front view dimension comparison of the E-PM2 versus the K-500.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the E-PM2 and K-500 is 89 and 64 respectively.
Olympus E-PM2 vs Pentax K-500 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is hard to imagine the contrast in sensor measurements simply by seeing specifications. The photograph here might offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the E-PM2 and K-500.
Plainly, the 2 cameras feature the identical resolution albeit different sensor measurements. The E-PM2 has got the smaller sensor which should make obtaining shallow DOF more difficult.
Olympus E-PM2 vs Pentax K-500 Screen and ViewFinder
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Olympus E-PM2 vs Pentax K-500 Specifications
Olympus PEN E-PM2 | Pentax K-500 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Olympus | Pentax |
Model type | Olympus PEN E-PM2 | Pentax K-500 |
Class | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level DSLR |
Revealed | 2013-05-21 | 2013-11-27 |
Body design | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Compact SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | PRIME M |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | Four Thirds | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 17.3 x 13mm | 23.7 x 15.7mm |
Sensor area | 224.9mm² | 372.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 | 3:2 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4928 x 3264 |
Maximum native ISO | 25600 | 51600 |
Minimum native ISO | 200 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Total focus points | 35 | 11 |
Cross type focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Micro Four Thirds | Pentax KAF2 |
Available lenses | 107 | 151 |
Crop factor | 2.1 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 460 thousand dot | 921 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Screen technology | - | TFT LCD monitor with brightness/color adjustment and AR coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic (optional) | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100% |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.61x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 60 seconds | 30 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/6000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 8.0fps | 6.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 7.00 m (bundled FL-LM1) | 12.00 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync, Manual (3 levels) | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync, Slow Sync+Redeye, Trailing Curtain Sync, Wireless |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Fastest flash sync | 1/250 seconds | 1/180 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30,25,24 fps), 1280 x 720 (60,50,30,25,24 fps), 640 x 424 (30,25,24 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264, Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | Optional |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 269 gr (0.59 pounds) | 646 gr (1.42 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 110 x 64 x 34mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.3") | 130 x 97 x 71mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 2.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | 72 | 79 |
DXO Color Depth rating | 22.7 | 23.7 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 12.2 | 13.1 |
DXO Low light rating | 932 | 1087 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 360 shots | 710 shots |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | AA |
Battery ID | BLS-5 | 4 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | Yes ( 2 or 12 seconds) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | One | One |
Launch price | $448 | $600 |