Nikon 1 V1 vs Pentax K-01

Following is a comprehensive assessment of the Nikon 1 V1 versus Pentax K-01, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by rivals Nikon and Pentax. There is a huge difference between the image resolutions of the 1 V1 (10MP) and K-01 (16MP) and the 1 V1 (1") and K-01 (APS-C) possess different sensor sizes.

Pentax 17 Pre-Orders Outperform Expectations by a Landslide

The 1 V1 was announced 4 months before the K-01 and they are of a similar generation. The two cameras offer different body type with the Nikon 1 V1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Pentax K-01 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving in to a in depth comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the 1 V1 scores vs the K-01 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon 1 V1 and Pentax K-01. The whole galleries are provided at Nikon 1 V1 Gallery and Pentax K-01 Gallery.

In case you're looking to carry around your camera frequently, you should factor in its weight and size. The Nikon 1 V1 enjoys outer dimensions of 113mm x 76mm x 44mm (4.4" x 3.0" x 1.7") with a weight of 383 grams (0.84 lbs) while the Pentax K-01 has specifications of 122mm x 79mm x 58mm (4.8" x 3.1" x 2.3") accompanied by a weight of 561 grams (1.24 lbs).

Take a look at the Nikon 1 V1 versus Pentax K-01 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have at the time. Following is the front view dimension comparison of the 1 V1 against the K-01.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the 1 V1 and K-01 is 84 and 76 respectively.

Generally, it's hard to imagine the difference between sensor sizes just by reading through technical specs. The pic here will provide you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the 1 V1 and K-01.

As you can tell, both the cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The 1 V1 with its tinier sensor is going to make shooting shallower depth of field more difficult and the Pentax K-01 will give you more detail with its extra 6MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop images far more aggressively.