Canon M vs Pentax K-01

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.

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.

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.

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.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the M and K-01 is 89 and 76 respectively.

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.