Fujifilm X-T1 IR vs Pentax K-01

The following is a comprehensive comparison of the Fujifilm X-T1 IR vs Pentax K-01, one is a Advanced Mirrorless and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by manufacturers FujiFilm and Pentax. The image resolution of the Fujifilm X-T1 IR (16MP) and the K-01 (16MP) is pretty similar and they possess the exact same sensor sizing (APS-C).

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The Fujifilm X-T1 IR was released 3 years after the K-01 which is quite a serious gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before going through a detailed comparison, below is a concise summary of how the Fujifilm X-T1 IR grades against the K-01 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm X-T1 IR and Pentax K-01. The complete galleries are viewable at Fujifilm X-T1 IR Gallery and Pentax K-01 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to travel with your camera, you have to think about its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm X-T1 IR enjoys physical measurements of 129mm x 90mm x 47mm (5.1" x 3.5" x 1.9") having a weight of 440 grams (0.97 lbs) whilst the Pentax K-01 has measurements of 122mm x 79mm x 58mm (4.8" x 3.1" x 2.3") and a weight of 561 grams (1.24 lbs).

See the Fujifilm X-T1 IR vs Pentax K-01 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Following is the front view scale comparison of the Fujifilm X-T1 IR against the K-01.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm X-T1 IR and K-01 is 79 and 76 respectively.

Quite often, it is tough to picture the difference between sensor dimensions simply by reading a spec sheet. The pic here may offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm X-T1 IR and K-01.

As you can see, both of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the same megapixels and you should expect similar quality of photos though you might want to take the release date of the products into consideration. The more modern Fujifilm X-T1 IR provides a benefit in sensor technology.