Olympus E-PM2 vs Pentax KP
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Olympus E-PM2 vs Pentax KP 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
- Introduced May 2013
- Superseded the Olympus E-PM1
(Full Review)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 819200
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- 1/6000s Maximum Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Pentax KAF2 Mount
- 703g - 132 x 101 x 76mm
- Announced January 2017
Olympus E-PM2 vs Pentax KP Overview
Lets look more closely at the Olympus E-PM2 vs Pentax KP, former being a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the other is a Advanced DSLR by brands Olympus and Pentax. There exists a substantial gap among the sensor resolutions of the E-PM2 (16MP) and KP (24MP) and the E-PM2 (Four Thirds) and KP (APS-C) boast different sensor sizes.
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe E-PM2 was launched 4 years prior to the KP and that is a fairly big difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras feature different body design with the Olympus E-PM2 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Pentax KP being a Mid-size SLR camera.
Before we go into a in depth comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the E-PM2 grades against the KP in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Olympus E-PM2 vs Pentax KP Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus PEN E-PM2 & Pentax KP. The complete galleries are viewable at Olympus E-PM2 Gallery & Pentax KP Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus E-PM2 over the Pentax KP
E-PM2 | KP | |||
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Touch display | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Pentax KP over the Olympus E-PM2
KP | E-PM2 | |||
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Announced | January 2017 | May 2013 | More recent by 44 months | |
Display type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting display | |
Display resolution | 921k | 460k | Clearer display (+461k dot) |
Common features in the Olympus E-PM2 and Pentax KP
E-PM2 | KP | |||
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Manually focus | Dial exact focusing | |||
Display size | 3" | 3" | Same display dimensions | |
Selfie screen | Neither includes selfie screen |
Olympus E-PM2 vs Pentax KP Physical Comparison
If you are going to lug around your camera often, you will need to consider 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") accompanied by a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs) whilst the Pentax KP has specifications of 132mm x 101mm x 76mm (5.2" x 4.0" x 3.0") and a weight of 703 grams (1.55 lbs).
Check the Olympus E-PM2 vs Pentax KP in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you choose during that time. Underneath is a front view measurements comparison of the E-PM2 compared to the KP.
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the E-PM2 and KP is 89 and 61 respectively.
Olympus E-PM2 vs Pentax KP Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it can be tough to imagine the gap in sensor measurements simply by looking through specifications. The visual below may give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the E-PM2 and KP.
To sum up, each of these cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The E-PM2 due to its smaller sensor is going to make shooting shallow depth of field tougher and the Pentax KP will result in more detail utilizing its extra 8 Megapixels. Greater resolution will allow you to crop photos way more aggressively. The older E-PM2 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.
Olympus E-PM2 vs Pentax KP Screen and ViewFinder
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Olympus E-PM2 vs Pentax KP Specifications
Olympus PEN E-PM2 | Pentax KP | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Olympus | Pentax |
Model type | Olympus PEN E-PM2 | Pentax KP |
Category | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Advanced DSLR |
Introduced | 2013-05-21 | 2017-01-26 |
Body design | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Mid-size SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | PRIME IV |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | Four Thirds | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 17.3 x 13mm | 23.5 x 15.6mm |
Sensor surface area | 224.9mm² | 366.6mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 24 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 | 3:2 |
Highest resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 6016 x 4000 |
Highest native ISO | 25600 | 819200 |
Minimum native ISO | 200 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Total focus points | 35 | 27 |
Cross type focus points | - | 25 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Micro Four Thirds | Pentax KAF2 |
Amount of lenses | 107 | 151 |
Crop factor | 2.1 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Screen size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of screen | 460 thousand dot | 921 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic (optional) | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100% |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.63x |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 60 seconds | 30 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/6000 seconds |
Maximum silent shutter speed | - | 1/24000 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 8.0 frames per second | 7.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 7.00 m (bundled FL-LM1) | 6.00 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync, Manual (3 levels) | Auto, auto w/redeye reduction, flash on w/redeye reduction, slow sync, trailing curtain sync, manual, wireless |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Maximum flash sync | 1/250 seconds | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60i, 30p) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264, Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | Built-In |
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 | 269g (0.59 pounds) | 703g (1.55 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 110 x 64 x 34mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.3") | 132 x 101 x 76mm (5.2" x 4.0" x 3.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | 72 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | 22.7 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 12.2 | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | 932 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 360 photos | 390 photos |
Battery form | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | BLS-5 | D-LI109 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | Yes (2 or 12 secs) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I supported) |
Storage slots | One | One |
Cost at launch | $448 | $747 |