Olympus SH-50 vs Pentax K-01

Its time to examine more closely at the Olympus SH-50 versus Pentax K-01, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by rivals Olympus and Pentax. The image resolution of the SH-50 (16MP) and the K-01 (16MP) is pretty similar but the SH-50 (1/2.3") and K-01 (APS-C) enjoy different sensor sizing.

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The SH-50 was introduced 8 months later than the K-01 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Olympus SH-50 being a Compact camera and the Pentax K-01 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before getting in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a short summary of how the SH-50 scores versus the K-01 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus SH-50 and Pentax K-01. The whole galleries are provided at Olympus SH-50 Gallery and Pentax K-01 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to lug around your camera regularly, you're going to have to take into account its weight and size. The Olympus SH-50 offers physical measurements of 112mm x 63mm x 42mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.7") along with a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs) and the Pentax K-01 has specifications of 122mm x 79mm x 58mm (4.8" x 3.1" x 2.3") with a weight of 561 grams (1.24 lbs).

Contrast the Olympus SH-50 versus Pentax K-01 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are using at that time. Below is the front view scale comparison of the SH-50 versus the K-01.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the SH-50 and K-01 is 88 and 76 respectively.

Usually, it's difficult to picture the contrast between sensor measurements purely by reviewing technical specs. The graphic here may provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the SH-50 and K-01.

As you can tell, the two cameras offer the same exact MP albeit different sensor measurements. The SH-50 features the tinier sensor which is going to make getting shallower depth of field more difficult. The more recent SH-50 provides an edge in sensor tech.