Leica SL vs Pentax K-01

Let's look more in depth at the Leica SL and Pentax K-01, former is a Pro Mirrorless while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands Leica and Pentax. There exists a noticeable gap among the sensor resolutions of the SL (24MP) and K-01 (16MP) and the SL (Full frame) and K-01 (APS-C) have different sensor size.

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The SL was revealed 3 years after the K-01 which is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras have the same body design (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before diving straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a concise view of how the SL matches up versus the K-01 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Leica SL & Pentax K-01. The full galleries are available at Leica SL Gallery & Pentax K-01 Gallery.

When you are looking to carry around your camera regularly, you're going to have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Leica SL has got outside measurements of 147mm x 104mm x 39mm (5.8" x 4.1" x 1.5") along with a weight of 847 grams (1.87 lbs) whilst the Pentax K-01 has dimensions of 122mm x 79mm x 58mm (4.8" x 3.1" x 2.3") along with a weight of 561 grams (1.24 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are using at that time. The following is a front view dimensions comparison of the SL vs the K-01.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SL and K-01 is 67 and 76 respectively.

More often than not, it's hard to visualize the gap in sensor sizes simply by looking through technical specs. The picture underneath will give you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the SL and K-01.

As you have seen, both cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The SL having a larger sensor is going to make achieving shallower depth of field less difficult and the Leica SL will provide you with extra detail because of its extra 8MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop pics more aggressively. The more modern SL provides an edge with regard to sensor innovation.