Nikon Z8 vs Pentax K-01

In this article, we will be evaluating the Nikon Z8 vs Pentax K-01, former being a Pro Mirrorless while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by companies Nikon and Pentax. There exists a substantial gap among the sensor resolutions of the Z8 (46MP) and K-01 (16MP) and the Z8 (Full frame) and K-01 (APS-C) come with different sensor sizes.

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The Z8 was introduced 11 years later than the K-01 and that is a fairly big difference as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before getting through a full comparison, below is a brief view of how the Z8 grades against the K-01 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Z8 & Pentax K-01. The whole galleries are viewable at Nikon Z8 Gallery & Pentax K-01 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to carry your camera frequently, you will have to take into account its weight and volume. The Nikon Z8 has got exterior measurements of 144mm x 119mm x 83mm (5.7" x 4.7" x 3.3") accompanied by a weight of 910 grams (2.01 lbs) whilst the Pentax K-01 has sizing of 122mm x 79mm x 58mm (4.8" x 3.1" x 2.3") having a weight of 561 grams (1.24 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have at the time. Underneath is the front view physical size comparison of the Z8 vs the K-01.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Z8 and K-01 is 55 and 76 respectively.

Normally, it can be hard to picture the contrast in sensor sizing just by seeing technical specs. The visual underneath may offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the Z8 and K-01.

As you can tell, both the cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The Z8 with its bigger sensor is going to make getting shallower depth of field simpler and the Nikon Z8 will show greater detail using its extra 30 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop pictures a little more aggressively. The fresher Z8 should have an edge with regard to sensor technology.