Canon M5 vs Pentax K-01

Here, we are contrasting the Canon M5 versus Pentax K-01, one being a Advanced Mirrorless and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by companies Canon and Pentax. There exists a big gap between the image resolutions of the M5 (24MP) and K-01 (16MP) but both cameras posses the identical sensor dimensions (APS-C).

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The M5 was manufactured 4 years later than the K-01 and that is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before we go straight to a thorough comparison, here is a brief view of how the M5 matches up against the K-01 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon EOS M5 and Pentax K-01. The entire galleries are available at Canon M5 Gallery and Pentax K-01 Gallery.

If you're going to carry your camera often, you should think about its weight and volume. The Canon M5 has got external dimensions of 116mm x 89mm x 61mm (4.6" x 3.5" x 2.4") accompanied by a weight of 427 grams (0.94 lbs) and the Pentax K-01 has sizing of 122mm x 79mm x 58mm (4.8" x 3.1" x 2.3") along with a weight of 561 grams (1.24 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are working with at that time. Below is a front view measurements comparison of the M5 against the K-01.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the M5 and K-01 is 77 and 76 respectively.

Sometimes, it is difficult to picture the difference between sensor sizing just by reviewing technical specs. The graphic below should offer you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the M5 and K-01.

As you have seen, the two cameras feature the identical sensor size but different megapixels. You should expect to see the Canon M5 to offer greater detail due to its extra 8MP. Greater resolution will let you crop photos way more aggressively. The fresher M5 should have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.