Olympus SP-100 vs Pentax K-50
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Olympus SP-100 vs Pentax K-50 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 6400 (Increase to 12800)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-1200mm (F2.9-6.5) lens
- 594g - 122 x 91 x 133mm
- Announced January 2014
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 51600
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1/6000s Max Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Pentax KAF2 Mount
- 650g - 130 x 97 x 71mm
- Announced November 2013
- Succeeded the Pentax K-30
Olympus SP-100 vs Pentax K-50 Overview
Below is a extended overview of the Olympus SP-100 and Pentax K-50, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by manufacturers Olympus and Pentax. The image resolution of the SP-100 (16MP) and the K-50 (16MP) is relatively close but the SP-100 (1/2.3") and K-50 (APS-C) boast totally different sensor dimensions.
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe SP-100 was announced 3 months later than the K-50 and they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Olympus SP-100 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Pentax K-50 being a Compact SLR camera.
Before we go straight to a in depth comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the SP-100 grades against the K-50 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Olympus SP-100 vs Pentax K-50 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus Stylus SP-100 and Pentax K-50. The whole galleries are provided at Olympus SP-100 Gallery and Pentax K-50 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus SP-100 over the Pentax K-50
SP-100 | K-50 |
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Reasons to pick Pentax K-50 over the Olympus SP-100
K-50 | SP-100 | |||
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Screen resolution | 921k | 460k | Clearer screen (+461k dot) |
Common features in the Olympus SP-100 and Pentax K-50
SP-100 | K-50 | |||
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Announced | January 2014 | November 2013 | Same generation | |
Manual focus | More exact focus | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen size | 3" | 3" | Same screen sizing | |
Selfie screen | Neither includes selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Lack of Touch screen |
Olympus SP-100 vs Pentax K-50 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is planning to lug around your camera regularly, you should think about its weight and dimensions. The Olympus SP-100 features outer measurements of 122mm x 91mm x 133mm (4.8" x 3.6" x 5.2") and a weight of 594 grams (1.31 lbs) whilst the Pentax K-50 has dimensions of 130mm x 97mm x 71mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 2.8") accompanied by a weight of 650 grams (1.43 lbs).
Check the Olympus SP-100 and Pentax K-50 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have at that time. Underneath is a front view physical size comparison of the SP-100 and the K-50.
Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the SP-100 and K-50 is 63 and 63 respectively.
Olympus SP-100 vs Pentax K-50 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is difficult to envision the difference in sensor measurements purely by looking through specifications. The photograph underneath will give you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the SP-100 and K-50.
Plainly, both cameras come with the identical MP albeit not the same sensor measurements. The SP-100 provides the smaller sensor which should make obtaining bokeh tougher.
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Olympus SP-100 vs Pentax K-50 Specifications
Olympus Stylus SP-100 | Pentax K-50 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Olympus | Pentax |
Model type | Olympus Stylus SP-100 | Pentax K-50 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Entry-Level DSLR |
Announced | 2014-01-29 | 2013-11-27 |
Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | PRIME M |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 23.7 x 15.7mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 372.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 | 3:2 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4928 x 3264 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 51600 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | 12800 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 125 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | - | 11 |
Cross type focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | Pentax KAF2 |
Lens zoom range | 24-1200mm (50.0x) | - |
Maximal aperture | f/2.9-6.5 | - |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | - |
Number of lenses | - | 151 |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 460k dot | 921k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Screen tech | TFT LCD | TFT LCD monitor with brightness/color adjustment and AR coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder resolution | 920k dot | - |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.61x |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
Max shutter speed | 1/1700s | 1/6000s |
Continuous shutter speed | 7.0 frames per second | 6.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 12.00 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash modes | Auto, Red Eye Reduction, Fill-in, Off | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync, Slow Sync+Redeye, Trailing Curtain Sync, Wireless |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Max flash sync | - | 1/180s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 30p), 1280 x 720 (60p), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30,25,24 fps), 1280 x 720 (60,50,30,25,24 fps), 640 x 424 (30,25,24 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Optional | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | Optional |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 594g (1.31 lbs) | 650g (1.43 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 122 x 91 x 133mm (4.8" x 3.6" x 5.2") | 130 x 97 x 71mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 2.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | 79 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 23.7 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 13.0 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 1120 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 330 pictures | 410 pictures |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | LI-92B | D-LI109 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 secs, custom) | Yes ( 2 or 12 seconds) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Launch cost | $400 | $610 |