Olympus SP-100 vs Pentax K-r
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Olympus SP-100 vs Pentax K-r Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 6400 (Boost to 12800)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-1200mm (F2.9-6.5) lens
- 594g - 122 x 91 x 133mm
- Released January 2014
(Full Review)
- 12MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 200 - 12800 (Expand to 25600)
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1/6000s Maximum Shutter
- 1280 x 720 video
- Pentax KAF2 Mount
- 598g - 125 x 97 x 68mm
- Revealed March 2011
Olympus SP-100 vs Pentax K-r Overview
Below, we are contrasting the Olympus SP-100 vs Pentax K-r, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Entry-Level DSLR by brands Olympus and Pentax. There exists a sizable gap among the image resolutions of the SP-100 (16MP) and K-r (12MP) and the SP-100 (1/2.3") and K-r (APS-C) feature totally different sensor sizing.
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modesThe SP-100 was announced 2 years later than the K-r and that is a fairly significant difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras come with different body type with the Olympus SP-100 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Pentax K-r being a Compact SLR camera.
Before delving through a in-depth comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the SP-100 scores vs the K-r in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Olympus SP-100 vs Pentax K-r Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus Stylus SP-100 & Pentax K-r. The whole galleries are available at Olympus SP-100 Gallery & Pentax K-r Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus SP-100 over the Pentax K-r
SP-100 | K-r | |||
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Revealed | January 2014 | March 2011 | More recent by 36 months |
Reasons to pick Pentax K-r over the Olympus SP-100
K-r | SP-100 | |||
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Display resolution | 921k | 460k | Clearer display (+461k dot) |
Common features in the Olympus SP-100 and Pentax K-r
SP-100 | K-r | |||
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Manual focus | Dial exact focus | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display dimension | 3" | 3" | Identical display measurement | |
Selfie screen | Neither features selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Lack of Touch friendly display |
Olympus SP-100 vs Pentax K-r Physical Comparison
When you are planning to lug around your camera often, you'll need to think about its weight and measurements. The Olympus SP-100 enjoys external dimensions of 122mm x 91mm x 133mm (4.8" x 3.6" x 5.2") with a weight of 594 grams (1.31 lbs) while the Pentax K-r has proportions of 125mm x 97mm x 68mm (4.9" x 3.8" x 2.7") accompanied by a weight of 598 grams (1.32 lbs).
Examine the Olympus SP-100 vs Pentax K-r in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you use at the time. The following is the front view dimension comparison of the SP-100 compared to the K-r.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SP-100 and K-r is 63 and 67 respectively.
Olympus SP-100 vs Pentax K-r Sensor Comparison
Normally, it's difficult to envision the difference in sensor measurements simply by viewing specs. The graphic underneath will help offer you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the SP-100 and K-r.
All in all, the two cameras have got different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The SP-100 with its smaller sensor will make getting shallow depth of field more difficult and the Olympus SP-100 will result in greater detail with its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop pics much more aggressively. The more modern SP-100 is going to have a benefit in sensor innovation.
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Olympus SP-100 vs Pentax K-r Specifications
Olympus Stylus SP-100 | Pentax K-r | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Olympus | Pentax |
Model type | Olympus Stylus SP-100 | Pentax K-r |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Entry-Level DSLR |
Released | 2014-01-29 | 2011-03-11 |
Physical type | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | Prime II |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 23.6 x 15.8mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 372.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 12MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 | 3:2 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4288 x 2848 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 12800 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | 12800 | 25600 |
Lowest native ISO | 125 | 200 |
RAW data | ||
Lowest enhanced ISO | - | 100 |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | - | 11 |
Cross type focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | Pentax KAF2 |
Lens zoom range | 24-1200mm (50.0x) | - |
Max aperture | f/2.9-6.5 | - |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | - |
Number of lenses | - | 151 |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of display | 460k dots | 921k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Display tech | TFT LCD | TFT LCD monitor |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | Optical (pentamirror) |
Viewfinder resolution | 920k dots | - |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 96 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.57x |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/1700 seconds | 1/6000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 7.0fps | 6.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 12.00 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash settings | Auto, Red Eye Reduction, Fill-in, Off | Auto, Red-eye Reduction, Slow-speed Sync, Trailing Curtain Sync, High-Speed Sync and Wireless Sync |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Max flash synchronize | - | 1/180 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 30p), 1280 x 720 (60p), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (25 fps), 640 x 480 (25 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
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 sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 594 gr (1.31 pounds) | 598 gr (1.32 pounds) |
Dimensions | 122 x 91 x 133mm (4.8" x 3.6" x 5.2") | 125 x 97 x 68mm (4.9" x 3.8" x 2.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | 72 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 22.9 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 12.4 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 755 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 330 photographs | 470 photographs |
Battery style | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | LI-92B | D-LI109,4 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 secs, custom) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC, internal | SD/SDHC |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail pricing | $400 | $1,100 |