Fujifilm X-M1 vs Pentax K-01

Below is a comprehensive assessment of the Fujifilm X-M1 versus Pentax K-01, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Pentax. The image resolution of the Fujifilm X-M1 (16MP) and the K-01 (16MP) is fairly comparable and both cameras posses the same sensor sizing (APS-C).

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The Fujifilm X-M1 was manufactured 16 months later than the K-01 making them a generation apart from one another. The two cameras have different body design with the Fujifilm X-M1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Pentax K-01 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the Fujifilm X-M1 matches up versus the K-01 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm X-M1 & Pentax K-01. The entire galleries are available at Fujifilm X-M1 Gallery & Pentax K-01 Gallery.

If you are intending to lug around your camera frequently, you need to consider its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm X-M1 comes with outside measurements of 117mm x 67mm x 39mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.5") and a weight of 330 grams (0.73 lbs) and the Pentax K-01 has proportions of 122mm x 79mm x 58mm (4.8" x 3.1" x 2.3") along with a weight of 561 grams (1.24 lbs).

Contrast the Fujifilm X-M1 versus Pentax K-01 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you select at the time. The following is a front view measurement comparison of the Fujifilm X-M1 vs the K-01.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm X-M1 and K-01 is 87 and 76 respectively.

Normally, it's hard to imagine the contrast in sensor measurements purely by checking out specs. The graphic below should give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm X-M1 and K-01.

All in all, both the cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the same megapixels and you can expect comparable quality of images however you have to consider the age of the cameras into account. The more recent Fujifilm X-M1 provides an edge with regard to sensor technology.