Olympus E-PM2 vs Pentax K-7

Here, we will be reviewing the Olympus E-PM2 versus Pentax K-7, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Advanced DSLR by competitors Olympus and Pentax. The image resolution of the E-PM2 (16MP) and the K-7 (15MP) is pretty close but the E-PM2 (Four Thirds) and K-7 (APS-C) posses different sensor sizing.

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The E-PM2 was announced 3 years after the K-7 which is a fairly serious gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Olympus E-PM2 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Pentax K-7 being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before delving straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a concise summary of how the E-PM2 grades versus the K-7 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus PEN E-PM2 and Pentax K-7. The whole galleries are provided at Olympus E-PM2 Gallery and Pentax K-7 Gallery.

When you are intending to carry around your camera frequently, you will need to factor its weight and size. The Olympus E-PM2 has got exterior dimensions of 110mm x 64mm x 34mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs) while the Pentax K-7 has specifications of 131mm x 97mm x 73mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 2.9") and a weight of 750 grams (1.65 lbs).

Compare the Olympus E-PM2 versus Pentax K-7 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you use during that time. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the E-PM2 against the K-7.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the E-PM2 and K-7 is 89 and 60 respectively.

Usually, it is hard to imagine the gap in sensor sizes merely by viewing specifications. The picture below may offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the E-PM2 and K-7.

Plainly, both the cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The E-PM2 having a smaller sensor is going to make getting bokeh more challenging and the Olympus E-PM2 will render greater detail with its extra 1MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The fresher E-PM2 should have a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.