Olympus SP-610UZ vs Pentax K-50

Here is a in-depth analysis of the Olympus SP-610UZ vs Pentax K-50, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by manufacturers Olympus and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the SP-610UZ (14MP) and the K-50 (16MP) is relatively comparable but the SP-610UZ (1/2.3") and K-50 (APS-C) have totally different sensor sizing.

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The SP-610UZ was announced 3 years prior to the K-50 and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras have different body design with the Olympus SP-610UZ being a Compact camera and the Pentax K-50 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before delving straight to a in depth comparison, here is a concise summation of how the SP-610UZ scores against the K-50 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus SP-610UZ and Pentax K-50. The whole galleries are available at Olympus SP-610UZ Gallery and Pentax K-50 Gallery.

If you're intending to carry your camera frequently, you will want to factor 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") and a weight of 405 grams (0.89 lbs) and the Pentax K-50 has measurements of 130mm x 97mm x 71mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 2.8") having a weight of 650 grams (1.43 lbs).

Contrast the Olympus SP-610UZ vs Pentax K-50 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you use during that time. Below is a front view scale comparison of the SP-610UZ vs the K-50.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the SP-610UZ and K-50 is 79 and 63 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is hard to see the contrast in sensor sizing simply by seeing specs. The graphic underneath will help give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the SP-610UZ and K-50.

As you can plainly see, the two cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The SP-610UZ using its smaller sensor will make achieving shallower DOF harder and the Pentax K-50 will show greater detail with its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop shots more aggressively. The older SP-610UZ will be behind in sensor technology.