Fujifilm X-A5 vs Pentax K-01

Below, we are looking at the Fujifilm X-A5 and Pentax K-01, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by brands FujiFilm and Pentax. There is a substantial difference among the image resolutions of the Fujifilm X-A5 (24MP) and K-01 (16MP) but they use the exact same sensor size (APS-C).

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The Fujifilm X-A5 was released 5 years later than the K-01 and that is a fairly big difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras come with different body type with the Fujifilm X-A5 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Pentax K-01 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a short overview of how the Fujifilm X-A5 scores versus the K-01 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm X-A5 & Pentax K-01. The complete galleries are provided at Fujifilm X-A5 Gallery & Pentax K-01 Gallery.

If you're planning to lug around your camera, you have to take into account its weight and volume. The Fujifilm X-A5 has physical measurements of 117mm x 68mm x 40mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.6") having a weight of 361 grams (0.80 lbs) whilst 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).

Check the Fujifilm X-A5 and Pentax K-01 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have at that moment. Underneath is the front view measurement comparison of the Fujifilm X-A5 and the K-01.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm X-A5 and K-01 is 86 and 76 respectively.

Generally, it can be hard to picture the contrast in sensor measurements purely by checking out a spec sheet. The photograph underneath will help give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm X-A5 and K-01.

Clearly, the two cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but different resolution. You can anticipate the Fujifilm X-A5 to show extra detail as a result of its extra 8 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop images much more aggressively. The newer Fujifilm X-A5 provides a benefit with regard to sensor tech.