Olympus 8010 vs Pentax K-1

In this article, we will be matching up the Olympus 8010 vs Pentax K-1, former is a Waterproof while the latter is a Advanced DSLR by competitors Olympus and Pentax. There exists a large gap among the sensor resolutions of the 8010 (13MP) and K-1 (36MP) and the 8010 (1/2.3") and K-1 (Full frame) come with totally different sensor dimensions.

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The 8010 was brought out 7 years before the K-1 which is a fairly serious difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Olympus 8010 being a Compact camera and the Pentax K-1 being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before diving through a in-depth comparison, below is a simple view of how the 8010 grades vs the K-1 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus Stylus Tough 8010 & Pentax K-1. The entire galleries are provided at Olympus 8010 Gallery & Pentax K-1 Gallery.

If you're planning to carry around your camera often, you need to think about its weight and volume. The Olympus 8010 offers exterior dimensions of 98mm x 64mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") and a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs) and the Pentax K-1 has sizing of 137mm x 110mm x 86mm (5.4" x 4.3" x 3.4") accompanied by a weight of 1010 grams (2.23 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you have during that time. The following is the front view dimensions comparison of the 8010 vs the K-1.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the 8010 and K-1 is 92 and 55 respectively.

Sometimes, it's tough to envision the contrast in sensor sizes just by seeing a spec sheet. The pic here will help offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the 8010 and K-1.

Clearly, each of the cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The 8010 due to its smaller sensor will make getting shallow DOF more difficult and the Pentax K-1 will provide greater detail having its extra 23MP. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop shots a little more aggressively. The more aged 8010 will be behind with regard to sensor innovation.