Fujifilm X-T30 vs Pentax K-01
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Fujifilm X-T30 vs Pentax K-01 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 26MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 160 - 12800 (Raise to 51200)
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 4096 x 2160 video
- Fujifilm X Mount
- 383g - 118 x 83 x 47mm
- Launched February 2019
- Old Model is Fujifilm X-T20
- New Model is Fujifilm X-T30 II
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 12800 (Raise to 25600)
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Pentax KAF2 Mount
- 561g - 122 x 79 x 58mm
- Announced May 2012
Photography Glossary Fujifilm X-T30 vs Pentax K-01 Overview
Its time to look much closer at the Fujifilm X-T30 versus Pentax K-01, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by competitors FujiFilm and Pentax. There is a crucial difference between the image resolutions of the Fujifilm X-T30 (26MP) and K-01 (16MP) but both cameras offer the identical sensor dimensions (APS-C).
Pentax 17 Pre-Orders Outperform Expectations by a LandslideThe Fujifilm X-T30 was introduced 6 years after the K-01 which is quite a serious gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (SLR-style mirrorless).
Before diving into a complete comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the Fujifilm X-T30 matches up vs the K-01 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm X-T30 and Pentax K-01. The whole galleries are viewable at Fujifilm X-T30 Gallery and Pentax K-01 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-T30 over the Pentax K-01
| Fujifilm X-T30 | K-01 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Announced | February 2019 | May 2012 | More modern by 82 months | |
| Screen type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting screen | |
| Screen resolution | 1040k | 921k | Clearer screen (+119k dot) | |
| Touch screen | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Pentax K-01 over the Fujifilm X-T30
| K-01 | Fujifilm X-T30 |
|---|
Common features in the Fujifilm X-T30 and Pentax K-01
| Fujifilm X-T30 | K-01 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manually focus | Very precise focus | |||
| Screen size | 3" | 3" | Same screen sizing | |
| Selfie screen | Neither comes with selfie screen |
Fujifilm X-T30 vs Pentax K-01 Physical Comparison
When you are aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you will need to consider its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm X-T30 comes with outer measurements of 118mm x 83mm x 47mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 1.9") having a weight of 383 grams (0.84 lbs) and the Pentax K-01 has proportions of 122mm x 79mm x 58mm (4.8" x 3.1" x 2.3") with a weight of 561 grams (1.24 lbs).
See the Fujifilm X-T30 versus Pentax K-01 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have at that time. Below is a front view over all size comparison of the Fujifilm X-T30 against the K-01.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm X-T30 and K-01 is 82 and 76 respectively.
Fujifilm X-T30 vs Pentax K-01 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is tough to visualise the difference between sensor sizes merely by going over specifications. The picture below will help give you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm X-T30 and K-01.
Plainly, both of these cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same resolution. You should count on the Fujifilm X-T30 to deliver extra detail using its extra 10 Megapixels. Higher resolution will allow you to crop photographs way more aggressively. The fresher Fujifilm X-T30 is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.
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Fujifilm X-T30 vs Pentax K-01 Specifications
| Fujifilm X-T30 | Pentax K-01 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Company | FujiFilm | Pentax |
| Model | Fujifilm X-T30 | Pentax K-01 |
| Type | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
| Launched | 2019-02-14 | 2012-05-30 |
| Body design | SLR-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor | X-Processor 4 | - |
| Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
| Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
| Sensor measurements | 23.5 x 15.6mm | 23.7 x 15.7mm |
| Sensor surface area | 366.6mm² | 372.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 26MP | 16MP |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Highest Possible resolution | 6240 x 4160 | 4928 x 3264 |
| Maximum native ISO | 12800 | 12800 |
| Maximum enhanced ISO | 51200 | 25600 |
| Minimum native ISO | 160 | 100 |
| RAW support | ||
| Minimum enhanced ISO | 80 | - |
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Touch focus | ||
| Continuous autofocus | ||
| Autofocus single | ||
| Tracking autofocus | ||
| Autofocus selectice | ||
| Autofocus center weighted | ||
| Autofocus multi area | ||
| Live view autofocus | ||
| Face detection focus | ||
| Contract detection focus | ||
| Phase detection focus | ||
| Number of focus points | 425 | 81 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mounting type | Fujifilm X | Pentax KAF2 |
| Available lenses | 54 | 151 |
| Crop factor | 1.5 | 1.5 |
| Screen | ||
| Screen type | Tilting | Fixed Type |
| Screen sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
| Resolution of screen | 1,040k dot | 921k dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch display | ||
| Screen tech | - | TFT LCD monitor |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
| Viewfinder resolution | 2,360k dot | - |
| Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | - |
| Viewfinder magnification | 0.62x | - |
| Features | ||
| Minimum shutter speed | 4 seconds | 30 seconds |
| Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
| Fastest silent shutter speed | 1/32000 seconds | - |
| Continuous shutter speed | 20.0 frames per sec | 6.0 frames per sec |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manually set exposure | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Set white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Inbuilt flash | ||
| Flash range | 5.00 m (at ISO 100) | 12.00 m (at ISO 100) |
| Flash modes | Auto, on, slow sync, manual, commander | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow-speed Sync, Trailing Curtain Sync |
| Hot shoe | ||
| AE bracketing | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Fastest flash sync | - | 1/180 seconds |
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment | ||
| Average | ||
| Spot | ||
| Partial | ||
| AF area | ||
| Center weighted | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 4096 x 2160 @ 30p / 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) |
| Maximum video resolution | 4096x2160 | 1920x1080 |
| Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
| Microphone input | ||
| Headphone input | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | Built-In | None |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 3.1 (5 GBit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environment seal | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 383g (0.84 lbs) | 561g (1.24 lbs) |
| Physical dimensions | 118 x 83 x 47mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 1.9") | 122 x 79 x 58mm (4.8" x 3.1" x 2.3") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall score | not tested | 79 |
| DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 23.7 |
| DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 12.9 |
| DXO Low light score | not tested | 1135 |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | 380 shots | 540 shots |
| Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
| Battery model | NP-W126S | D-LI90 |
| Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
| Time lapse shooting | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC card (UHS-I supported) | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
| Storage slots | Single | Single |
| Pricing at release | $899 | $899 |