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

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).

The 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.

Fujifilm X-T30 vs Pentax K-01 Gallery
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 | |||
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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 |
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Common features in the Fujifilm X-T30 and Pentax K-01
Fujifilm X-T30 | K-01 | |||
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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.

Fujifilm X-T30 vs Pentax K-01 Screen and ViewFinder


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Fujifilm X-T30 vs Pentax K-01 Specifications
Fujifilm X-T30 | Pentax K-01 | |
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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 |