Olympus SP-610UZ vs Pentax K-5 II

Here, we will be comparing the Olympus SP-610UZ versus Pentax K-5 II, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Advanced DSLR by rivals Olympus and Pentax. The image resolution of the SP-610UZ (14MP) and the K-5 II (16MP) is relatively well matched but the SP-610UZ (1/2.3") and K-5 II (APS-C) boast different sensor sizes.

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The SP-610UZ was unveiled 3 years earlier than the K-5 II which is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Olympus SP-610UZ being a Compact camera and the Pentax K-5 II being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before we go into a step-by-step comparison, here is a brief summary of how the SP-610UZ grades vs the K-5 II with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus SP-610UZ and Pentax K-5 II. The full galleries are viewable at Olympus SP-610UZ Gallery and Pentax K-5 II Gallery.

If you are going to carry around your camera regularly, you'll need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Olympus SP-610UZ has got outside measurements of 107mm x 73mm x 73mm (4.2" x 2.9" x 2.9") along with a weight of 405 grams (0.89 lbs) and 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).

Examine the Olympus SP-610UZ versus Pentax K-5 II in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you select at that time. The following is a front view overall size comparison of the SP-610UZ and the K-5 II.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SP-610UZ and K-5 II is 79 and 60 respectively.

Typically, it can be hard to picture the difference between sensor sizes purely by reading through specifications. The picture below will give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the SP-610UZ and K-5 II.

Plainly, both cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The SP-610UZ having a tinier sensor is going to make shooting shallower DOF tougher and the Pentax K-5 II will give you greater detail having an extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The more aged SP-610UZ is going to be disadvantaged in sensor tech.