Nikon Z50 vs Pentax K-01

In this article, we will be comparing the Nikon Z50 and Pentax K-01, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Pentax. There exists a significant gap among the image resolutions of the Z50 (21MP) and K-01 (16MP) but they feature the same exact sensor dimensions (APS-C).

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The Z50 was brought out 7 years later than the K-01 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before we go through a detailed comparison, below is a short summary of how the Z50 matches up versus the K-01 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Z50 and Pentax K-01. The entire galleries are provided at Nikon Z50 Gallery and Pentax K-01 Gallery.

If you're aiming to lug around your camera regularly, you will have to factor its weight and measurements. The Nikon Z50 enjoys outer dimensions of 127mm x 94mm x 60mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 2.4") accompanied by a weight of 397 grams (0.88 lbs) while 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).

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Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Here is the front view scale comparison of the Z50 against the K-01.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Z50 and K-01 is 74 and 76 respectively.

Normally, its difficult to picture the difference in sensor measurements simply by checking out specifications. The photograph underneath may provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the Z50 and K-01.

Plainly, each of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different MP. You should count on the Nikon Z50 to show greater detail having its extra 5MP. Higher resolution will help you crop shots a little more aggressively. The more modern Z50 should have a benefit in sensor technology.