Canon M vs Pentax K-01
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![Canon EOS M front Canon EOS M front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/w300/fronton/Canon_EOS_M_0.jpg)
![Pentax K-01 front Pentax K-01 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Pentax-K-01/Pentax-K-01-front.jpg)
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57 Features
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Canon M vs Pentax K-01 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 18MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 12800 (Expand to 25600)
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Canon EF-M Mount
- 298g - 109 x 66 x 32mm
- Introduced July 2012
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 12800 (Push to 25600)
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Pentax KAF2 Mount
- 561g - 122 x 79 x 58mm
- Introduced May 2012
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Canon M vs Pentax K-01 Overview
Its time to look more closely at the Canon M and Pentax K-01, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by rivals Canon and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the M (18MP) and the K-01 (16MP) is very well matched and both cameras posses the identical sensor measurements (APS-C).
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The M was revealed 2 months after the K-01 so they are of a similar generation. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Canon M being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Pentax K-01 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.
Before diving straight to a complete comparison, here is a simple summary of how the M scores versus the K-01 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Canon M vs Pentax K-01 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon EOS M and Pentax K-01. The full galleries are provided at Canon M Gallery and Pentax K-01 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon M over the Pentax K-01
M | K-01 | |||
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Display resolution | 1040k | ![]() | 921k | Crisper display (+119k dot) |
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Pentax K-01 over the Canon M
K-01 | M |
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Common features in the Canon M and Pentax K-01
M | K-01 | |||
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Introduced | July 2012 | ![]() | May 2012 | Similar generation |
Focus manually | ![]() | More accurate focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same display measurements |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen |
Canon M vs Pentax K-01 Physical Comparison
If you are aiming to carry around your camera often, you'll have to factor in its weight and volume. The Canon M provides physical measurements of 109mm x 66mm x 32mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.3") having a weight of 298 grams (0.66 lbs) whilst the Pentax K-01 has sizing of 122mm x 79mm x 58mm (4.8" x 3.1" x 2.3") with a weight of 561 grams (1.24 lbs).
Compare the Canon M and Pentax K-01 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are working with at that moment. Following is a front view scale comparison of the M against the K-01.
![Canon M vs Pentax K-01 size comparison Canon M vs Pentax K-01 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-EOS-M-vs-Pentax-K-01-size-comparison.jpg)
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the M and K-01 is 89 and 76 respectively.
![Canon M vs Pentax K-01 top view buttons comparison Canon M vs Pentax K-01 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-EOS-M-vs-Pentax-K-01-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Canon M vs Pentax K-01 Sensor Comparison
Often, it is very tough to imagine the contrast between sensor sizes purely by looking at specs. The picture below will offer you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the M and K-01.
All in all, both of the cameras feature the identical sensor size but different MP. You should expect to see the Canon M to resolve greater detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop pics way more aggressively.
![Canon M vs Pentax K-01 sensor size comparison Canon M vs Pentax K-01 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Canon-EOS-M-vs-Pentax-K-01-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Canon M vs Pentax K-01 Screen and ViewFinder
![Canon M vs Pentax K-01 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Canon M vs Pentax K-01 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-EOS-M-vs-Pentax-K-01-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Canon M vs Pentax K-01 Specifications
Canon EOS M | Pentax K-01 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Canon | Pentax |
Model type | Canon EOS M | Pentax K-01 |
Type | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Introduced | 2012-07-23 | 2012-05-30 |
Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Digic 5 | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 22.3 x 14.9mm | 23.7 x 15.7mm |
Sensor surface area | 332.3mm² | 372.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 18 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 5184 x 3456 | 4928 x 3264 |
Maximum native ISO | 12800 | 12800 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | 25600 | 25600 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 31 | 81 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Canon EF-M | Pentax KAF2 |
Amount of lenses | 23 | 151 |
Crop factor | 1.6 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of screen | 1,040k dots | 921k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen technology | Clear View II TFT LCD | TFT LCD monitor |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 60s | 30s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 4.0 frames/s | 6.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | 12.00 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow-speed Sync, Trailing Curtain Sync |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Fastest flash synchronize | 1/200s | 1/180s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30, 25, 24 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 50 fps), 640 x 480 (60, 50 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30, 25, 24 fps),1280 x 720 (60, 50, 30, 25, 24 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 25, 24 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 298 grams (0.66 pounds) | 561 grams (1.24 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 109 x 66 x 32mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.3") | 122 x 79 x 58mm (4.8" x 3.1" x 2.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | 65 | 79 |
DXO Color Depth rating | 22.1 | 23.7 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 11.2 | 12.9 |
DXO Low light rating | 827 | 1135 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 230 shots | 540 shots |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | LP-E12 | D-LI90 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | One | One |
Launch pricing | $510 | $899 |