Fujifilm X-E4 vs Pentax K-01
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Fujifilm X-E4 vs Pentax K-01 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 26MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 160 - 12800 (Expand to 51200)
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 4096 x 2160 video
- Fujifilm X Mount
- 364g - 121 x 73 x 33mm
- Introduced January 2021
- Succeeded the Fujifilm X-E3
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 12800 (Bump to 25600)
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Pentax KAF2 Mount
- 561g - 122 x 79 x 58mm
- Introduced May 2012

Fujifilm X-E4 vs Pentax K-01 Overview
Following is a thorough comparison of the Fujifilm X-E4 versus Pentax K-01, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by brands FujiFilm and Pentax. There exists a considerable gap between the resolutions of the Fujifilm X-E4 (26MP) and K-01 (16MP) but both cameras have the identical sensor size (APS-C).

The Fujifilm X-E4 was brought out 8 years after the K-01 which is quite a large difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Fujifilm X-E4 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Pentax K-01 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.
Before delving straight to a in depth comparison, here is a quick overview of how the Fujifilm X-E4 scores against the K-01 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Fujifilm X-E4 vs Pentax K-01 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm X-E4 & Pentax K-01. The entire galleries are available at Fujifilm X-E4 Gallery & Pentax K-01 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-E4 over the Pentax K-01
Fujifilm X-E4 | K-01 | |||
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Introduced | January 2021 | ![]() | May 2012 | More modern by 106 months |
Screen type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting screen |
Screen resolution | 1620k | ![]() | 921k | Crisper screen (+699k dot) |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Take selfies | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Pentax K-01 over the Fujifilm X-E4
K-01 | Fujifilm X-E4 |
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Common features in the Fujifilm X-E4 and Pentax K-01
Fujifilm X-E4 | K-01 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Very precise focusing | ||
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same screen size |
Fujifilm X-E4 vs Pentax K-01 Physical Comparison
When you are aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you have to think about its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm X-E4 provides outside dimensions of 121mm x 73mm x 33mm (4.8" x 2.9" x 1.3") and a weight of 364 grams (0.80 lbs) whilst the Pentax K-01 has proportions of 122mm x 79mm x 58mm (4.8" x 3.1" x 2.3") accompanied by a weight of 561 grams (1.24 lbs).
Contrast the Fujifilm X-E4 versus Pentax K-01 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. The following is a front view overall size comparison of the Fujifilm X-E4 compared to the K-01.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm X-E4 and K-01 is 86 and 76 respectively.

Fujifilm X-E4 vs Pentax K-01 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, its difficult to envision the difference between sensor sizes just by reading a spec sheet. The image below might offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm X-E4 and K-01.
Clearly, both of the cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same MP. You can expect the Fujifilm X-E4 to deliver extra detail having its extra 10MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop pictures way more aggressively. The younger Fujifilm X-E4 is going to have an advantage in sensor tech.

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Fujifilm X-E4 vs Pentax K-01 Specifications
Fujifilm X-E4 | Pentax K-01 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | FujiFilm | Pentax |
Model type | Fujifilm X-E4 | Pentax K-01 |
Class | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Introduced | 2021-01-27 | 2012-05-30 |
Body design | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 23.5 x 15.6mm | 23.7 x 15.7mm |
Sensor surface area | 366.6mm² | 372.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 26 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 6240 x 4160 | 4928 x 3264 |
Highest native ISO | 12800 | 12800 |
Highest boosted ISO | 51200 | 25600 |
Min native ISO | 160 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Min boosted ISO | 80 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | 425 | 81 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Fujifilm X | Pentax KAF2 |
Amount of lenses | 58 | 151 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 1,620 thousand dot | 921 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen technology | - | TFT LCD monitor |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,360 thousand dot | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.62x | - |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4 secs | 30 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Highest silent shutter speed | 1/32000 secs | - |
Continuous shooting speed | 20.0fps | 6.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | 12.00 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash options | no built-in flash | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow-speed Sync, Trailing Curtain Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Highest flash sync | 1/180 secs | 1/180 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 4096 x 2160 @ 30p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM4096 x 2160 @ 25p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM4096 x 2160 @ 24p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM4096 x 2160 @ 23.98p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 25p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 24p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 23.98p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 240p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 120p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 60p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 50p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 30p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 25p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 24p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 23.98p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM | 1920 x 1080 (30, 25, 24 fps),1280 x 720 (60, 50, 30, 25, 24 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 25, 24 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 4096x2160 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 3.2 Gen 1 (5 GBit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 364g (0.80 pounds) | 561g (1.24 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 121 x 73 x 33mm (4.8" x 2.9" x 1.3") | 122 x 79 x 58mm (4.8" x 3.1" x 2.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | 79 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 23.7 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 12.9 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 1135 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 380 images | 540 images |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NP-W126S | D-LI90 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at launch | $849 | $899 |