Olympus 1 vs Pentax K-1

Lets take a deeper look at the Olympus 1 vs Pentax K-1, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Advanced DSLR by brands Olympus and Pentax. There is a considerable difference between the image resolutions of the 1 (12MP) and K-1 (36MP) and the 1 (1/1.7") and K-1 (Full frame) offer totally different sensor sizing.

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The 1 was revealed 3 years earlier than the K-1 and that is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Olympus 1 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Pentax K-1 being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before diving right into a detailed comparison, here is a simple overview of how the 1 grades versus the K-1 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus Stylus 1 & Pentax K-1. The full galleries are provided at Olympus 1 Gallery & Pentax K-1 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to carry your camera often, you will want to think about its weight and dimensions. The Olympus 1 has got outer measurements of 116mm x 87mm x 57mm (4.6" x 3.4" x 2.2") along with a weight of 402 grams (0.89 lbs) whilst the Pentax K-1 has dimensions of 137mm x 110mm x 86mm (5.4" x 4.3" x 3.4") having a weight of 1010 grams (2.23 lbs).

Contrast the Olympus 1 vs Pentax K-1 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you have at the time. Underneath is a front view overall size comparison of the 1 vs the K-1.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the 1 and K-1 is 79 and 55 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be difficult to see the contrast between sensor sizing simply by reviewing technical specs. The photograph below will provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the 1 and K-1.

As you have seen, both cameras have different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The 1 with its tinier sensor will make getting bokeh more difficult and the Pentax K-1 will offer more detail because of its extra 24MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The older 1 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor technology.