Olympus 8010 vs Pentax K-S2

Here, we will be analyzing the Olympus 8010 and Pentax K-S2, former is a Waterproof while the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by brands Olympus and Pentax. There exists a large gap between the image resolutions of the 8010 (13MP) and K-S2 (20MP) and the 8010 (1/2.3") and K-S2 (APS-C) offer different sensor measurements.

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The 8010 was unveiled 6 years prior to the K-S2 which is quite a serious difference as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras feature different body design with the Olympus 8010 being a Compact camera and the Pentax K-S2 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before delving straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the 8010 scores against the K-S2 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus Stylus Tough 8010 & Pentax K-S2. The full galleries are provided at Olympus 8010 Gallery & Pentax K-S2 Gallery.

In case you're planning to travel with your camera frequently, you need to take into account its weight and size. The Olympus 8010 has got 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) while the Pentax K-S2 has specifications of 123mm x 91mm x 73mm (4.8" x 3.6" x 2.9") accompanied by a weight of 678 grams (1.49 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are working with during that time. Below is a front view dimensions comparison of the 8010 and the K-S2.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the 8010 and K-S2 is 92 and 64 respectively.

More often than not, it is very difficult to visualize the difference between sensor dimensions merely by looking at technical specs. The image below may offer you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the 8010 and K-S2.

As you have seen, the 2 cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The 8010 using its tinier sensor is going to make shooting shallower depth of field more challenging and the Pentax K-S2 will resolve greater detail having an extra 7 Megapixels. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The more aged 8010 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.