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Fujifilm X-T5 vs Pentax K-01

Portability
70
Imaging
76
Features
89
Overall
81
Fujifilm X-T5 front
 
Pentax K-01 front
Portability
76
Imaging
57
Features
68
Overall
61

Fujifilm X-T5 vs Pentax K-01 Key Specs

Fujifilm X-T5
(Full Review)
  • 40MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 3.00" Tilting Screen
  • ISO 125 - 12800 (Increase to 51200)
  • Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
  • No Anti-Alias Filter
  • 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
  • 6240 x 4160 video
  • Fujifilm X Mount
  • 557g - 130 x 91 x 64mm
  • Released November 2022
  • Earlier Model is Fujifilm X-T4
Pentax K-01
(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
  • Released May 2012
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Fujifilm X-T5 vs Pentax K-01 Overview

The following is a extensive analysis of the Fujifilm X-T5 and Pentax K-01, one is a Advanced Mirrorless and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands FujiFilm and Pentax. There exists a big gap among the image resolutions of the Fujifilm X-T5 (40MP) and K-01 (16MP) but they possess the exact same sensor measurements (APS-C).

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The Fujifilm X-T5 was revealed 10 years after the K-01 which is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before delving through a in depth comparison, below is a simple view of how the Fujifilm X-T5 scores versus the K-01 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-T5 over the Pentax K-01

 Fujifilm X-T5 K-01 
ReleasedNovember 2022May 2012Newer by 127 months
Screen typeTiltingFixed Tilting screen
Screen resolution1840k921kCrisper screen (+919k dot)
Touch friendly screen Quickly navigate

Reasons to pick Pentax K-01 over the Fujifilm X-T5

 K-01 Fujifilm X-T5 

Common features in the Fujifilm X-T5 and Pentax K-01

 Fujifilm X-T5 K-01 
Focus manually Dial precise focus
Screen dimension3.00"3"Identical screen measurements
Selfie screen Lacking selfie screen

Fujifilm X-T5 vs Pentax K-01 Physical Comparison

If you are aiming to travel with your camera often, you will have to factor in its weight and size. The Fujifilm X-T5 has got physical measurements of 130mm x 91mm x 64mm (5.1" x 3.6" x 2.5") along with a weight of 557 grams (1.23 lbs) and the Pentax K-01 has specifications of 122mm x 79mm x 58mm (4.8" x 3.1" x 2.3") having a weight of 561 grams (1.24 lbs).

Look at the Fujifilm X-T5 and Pentax K-01 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are working with at that time. Here is the front view sizing comparison of the Fujifilm X-T5 versus the K-01.

Fujifilm X-T5 vs Pentax K-01 size comparison

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm X-T5 and K-01 is 70 and 76 respectively.

Fujifilm X-T5 vs Pentax K-01 top view buttons comparison

Fujifilm X-T5 vs Pentax K-01 Sensor Comparison

Typically, it is difficult to imagine the gap in sensor dimensions only by viewing a spec sheet. The image below will give you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm X-T5 and K-01.

Clearly, both of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit different MP. You should expect the Fujifilm X-T5 to provide you with extra detail because of its extra 24MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop photographs much more aggressively. The more modern Fujifilm X-T5 should have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.

Fujifilm X-T5 vs Pentax K-01 sensor size comparison

Fujifilm X-T5 vs Pentax K-01 Screen and ViewFinder

Fujifilm X-T5 vs Pentax K-01 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
Photography Glossary

Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with Fujifilm X-T5
Portrait photography with Pentax K-01
85
has manual focus
fantastic sensor resolution (40 megapixels)
sensor size is good (APS-C)
features face detection focusing
exports RAW files
74
has manual focus
MP count decent (16 megapixels)
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
comes with face detect focusing
delivers RAW formats
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Street Comparison

Fujifilm X-T5 as a Street photography camera
Pentax K-01 as a Street photography camera
77
has a tilting screen
has image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
sensor size is good (APS-C)
exports RAW files
has touch focus
weather proofing
heavier than competitors in class (557g)
66
image stabilization (Sensor based)
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
delivers RAW formats
screen is fixed
heavier than competition in class (561g)
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Sports Comparison

Fujifilm X-T5 Sports photography information
Pentax K-01 Sports photography information
88
high shutter speed (1/8,000s)
silent shutter (1/180,000s)
has image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
fantastic sensor resolution (40 megapixels)
sensor size is good (APS-C)
features tracking autofocus
weather proofing
better than average battery power (580 per charge)
has phase detect AF
61
image stabilization (Sensor based)
MP count decent (16 megapixels)
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
good battery life (540 per charge)
max fps very slow (6.0 fps)
lack of phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Fujifilm X-T5 Travel photography features
Pentax K-01 Travel photography features
71
better than average battery power (580 shots)
weather proofing
supports bluetooth
has touch focus
fantastic sensor resolution (40 megapixels)
heavier than competitors in class (557 grams)
screen isn't selfie friendly
65
good battery life (540 shots)
MP count decent (16MP)
flash built-in
heavier than competition in class (561 grams)
does not contain selfie friendly screen
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Landscape Comparison

Fujifilm X-T5 Landscape photography factors
Pentax K-01 Landscape photography factors
87
has manual focus
swap lenses (Fujifilm X mount)
screen size is good (3.00 inch)
has image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
fantastic sensor resolution (40 megapixels)
sensor size is good (APS-C)
does not have low pass filter
exports RAW files
weather proofing
better than average battery power (580 per charge)
2 card slots
80
has manual focus
swap lenses (Pentax KAF2 mount)
nice screen size (3")
image stabilization (Sensor based)
MP count decent (16MP)
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
delivers RAW formats
good battery life (540 shots)
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Vlogging Comparison

Fujifilm X-T5 Vlogging info
Pentax K-01 Vlogging info
35
touchscreen capability
has image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
features face detection focusing
video res high (6240 x 4160 pixels)
has external mic support
screen isn't selfie friendly
heavier than competitors in class (557g)
34
image stabilization (Sensor based)
comes with face detect focusing
high video quality (1920 x 1080 pxls)
has mic jack
does not contain selfie friendly screen
heavier than competition in class (561 grams)
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Fujifilm X-T5 vs Pentax K-01 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm X-T5 and Pentax K-01
 Fujifilm X-T5Pentax K-01
General Information
Manufacturer FujiFilm Pentax
Model type Fujifilm X-T5 Pentax K-01
Category Advanced Mirrorless Entry-Level Mirrorless
Released 2022-11-02 2012-05-30
Body design SLR-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 area 366.6mm² 372.1mm²
Sensor resolution 40 megapixel 16 megapixel
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Max resolution 7728 x 5152 4928 x 3264
Max native ISO 12800 12800
Max enhanced ISO 51200 25600
Lowest native ISO 125 100
RAW photos
Lowest enhanced ISO 64 -
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
AF touch
AF continuous
Single AF
Tracking AF
Selective AF
Center weighted AF
Multi area AF
AF live view
Face detection focusing
Contract detection focusing
Phase detection focusing
Total focus points 425 81
Lens
Lens mount type Fujifilm X Pentax KAF2
Total lenses 82 151
Crop factor 1.5 1.5
Screen
Range of screen Tilting Fixed Type
Screen diagonal 3.00" 3"
Screen resolution 1,840k dot 921k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch capability
Screen technology - TFT LCD monitor
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type Electronic None
Viewfinder resolution 3,690k dot -
Viewfinder coverage 100 percent -
Viewfinder magnification 0.8x -
Features
Minimum shutter speed 15 seconds 30 seconds
Fastest shutter speed 1/8000 seconds 1/4000 seconds
Fastest silent shutter speed 1/180000 seconds -
Continuous shutter speed 15.0fps 6.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Change WB
Image stabilization
Inbuilt 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
WB bracketing
Fastest flash sync 1/250 seconds 1/180 seconds
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Supported video resolutions 6240 x 4160 @ 30p /4096x2160 (60p/​50p/​30p/​25p/​24p/​23.98p) 1920 x 1080 (30, 25, 24 fps),1280 x 720 (60, 50, 30, 25, 24 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 25, 24 fps)
Max video resolution 6240x4160 1920x1080
Video file format MPEG-4, H.264, H.265 MPEG-4, H.264
Mic input
Headphone input
Connectivity
Wireless Built-In None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 3.2 Gen 2 (10 GBit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environment seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 557 gr (1.23 lb) 561 gr (1.24 lb)
Dimensions 130 x 91 x 64mm (5.1" x 3.6" x 2.5") 122 x 79 x 58mm (4.8" x 3.1" x 2.3")
DXO scores
DXO Overall 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 580 pictures 540 pictures
Form of battery Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery ID NP-W235 D-LI90
Self timer Yes Yes (2 or 12 sec)
Time lapse shooting
Storage media Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC card slots (UHS-II supported) SD/SDHC/SDXC
Storage slots Dual One
Pricing at release $1,699 $899