Olympus 8000 vs Pentax K-30

In this write-up, we are comparing the Olympus 8000 versus Pentax K-30, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Advanced DSLR by companies Olympus and Pentax. There is a large difference between the image resolutions of the 8000 (12MP) and K-30 (16MP) and the 8000 (1/2.3") and K-30 (APS-C) come with different sensor sizing.

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The 8000 was released 4 years before the K-30 which is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Olympus 8000 being a Compact camera and the Pentax K-30 being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before diving straight into a thorough comparison, below is a concise summation of how the 8000 matches up versus the K-30 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus Stylus Tough 8000 & Pentax K-30. The complete galleries are provided at Olympus 8000 Gallery & Pentax K-30 Gallery.

When you are planning to travel with your camera often, you have to consider its weight and volume. The Olympus 8000 features exterior measurements of 95mm x 62mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") and a weight of 182 grams (0.40 lbs) while the Pentax K-30 has sizing of 130mm x 97mm x 71mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 2.8") along with a weight of 650 grams (1.43 lbs).

Take a look at the Olympus 8000 versus Pentax K-30 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you select at that time. The following is the front view overall size comparison of the 8000 versus the K-30.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the 8000 and K-30 is 94 and 63 respectively.

Often, it's difficult to imagine the difference between sensor dimensions merely by checking specifications. The image underneath may provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the 8000 and K-30.

Plainly, both of those cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The 8000 due to its tinier sensor is going to make shooting shallower DOF harder and the Pentax K-30 will give you greater detail as a result of its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop images far more aggressively. The more aged 8000 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor technology.