Nikon Z9 vs Pentax K-01
51 Imaging
81 Features
90 Overall
84


76 Imaging
57 Features
68 Overall
61
Nikon Z9 vs Pentax K-01 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 46MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Tilting Screen
- ISO 64 - 25600 (Increase to 102400)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- 7680 x 4320 video
- Nikon Z Mount
- 1340g - 149 x 150 x 91mm
- Released October 2021
(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
- Revealed May 2012

Nikon Z9 vs Pentax K-01 Overview
The following is a extended analysis of the Nikon Z9 vs Pentax K-01, one is a Pro Mirrorless and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by rivals Nikon and Pentax. There exists a sizeable gap among the resolutions of the Z9 (46MP) and K-01 (16MP) and the Z9 (Full frame) and K-01 (APS-C) come with totally different sensor sizing.

The Z9 was launched 9 years after the K-01 which is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (SLR-style mirrorless).
Before getting through a step-by-step comparison, below is a quick summation of how the Z9 grades against the K-01 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Nikon Z9 vs Pentax K-01 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Z9 and Pentax K-01. The complete galleries are available at Nikon Z9 Gallery and Pentax K-01 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon Z9 over the Pentax K-01
Z9 | K-01 | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Revealed | October 2021 | ![]() | May 2012 | Newer by 115 months |
Screen type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting screen |
Screen dimension | 3.2" | ![]() | 3" | Bigger screen (+0.2") |
Screen resolution | 2089k | ![]() | 921k | Sharper screen (+1168k dot) |
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Pentax K-01 over the Nikon Z9
K-01 | Z9 |
---|
Common features in the Nikon Z9 and Pentax K-01
Z9 | K-01 | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Manual focus | ![]() | Very precise focusing | ||
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen |
Nikon Z9 vs Pentax K-01 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is looking to travel with your camera regularly, you will have to consider its weight and measurements. The Nikon Z9 offers outer dimensions of 149mm x 150mm x 91mm (5.9" x 5.9" x 3.6") with a weight of 1340 grams (2.95 lbs) whilst the Pentax K-01 has proportions of 122mm x 79mm x 58mm (4.8" x 3.1" x 2.3") and a weight of 561 grams (1.24 lbs).
Analyze the Nikon Z9 vs Pentax K-01 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you use during that time. Below is the front view proportions comparison of the Z9 versus the K-01.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Z9 and K-01 is 51 and 76 respectively.

Nikon Z9 vs Pentax K-01 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it is difficult to see the contrast in sensor dimensions only by seeing a spec sheet. The picture here should offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the Z9 and K-01.
Clearly, both cameras posses different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The Z9 due to its bigger sensor will make achieving bokeh easier and the Nikon Z9 will produce extra detail utilizing its extra 30MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop photographs somewhat more aggressively. The younger Z9 will have a benefit with regard to sensor technology.

Nikon Z9 vs Pentax K-01 Screen and ViewFinder


Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison

Street Comparison

Sports Comparison

Travel Comparison

Landscape Comparison

Vlogging Comparison

Nikon Z9 vs Pentax K-01 Specifications
Nikon Z9 | Pentax K-01 | |
---|---|---|
General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Nikon | Pentax |
Model type | Nikon Z9 | Pentax K-01 |
Category | Pro Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Released | 2021-10-28 | 2012-05-30 |
Body design | SLR-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | Stacked CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | Full frame | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 35.9 x 23.9mm | 23.7 x 15.7mm |
Sensor area | 858.0mm² | 372.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 46MP | 16MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 8256 x 5504 | 4928 x 3264 |
Maximum native ISO | 25600 | 12800 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | 102400 | 25600 |
Lowest native ISO | 64 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Lowest enhanced ISO | 32 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Total focus points | 493 | 81 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Nikon Z | Pentax KAF2 |
Total lenses | 29 | 151 |
Focal length multiplier | 1 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3.2 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 2,089 thousand dot | 921 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Screen technology | - | TFT LCD monitor |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder resolution | 3,686 thousand dot | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.8x | - |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 900 seconds | 30 seconds |
Max shutter speed | - | 1/4000 seconds |
Max silent shutter speed | 1/32000 seconds | - |
Continuous shutter speed | 30.0 frames per second | 6.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | 12.00 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash options | Front-curtain sync, Rear-curtain sync, Red-eye reduction, Red-eye reduction with slow sync, Slow sync Off | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow-speed Sync, Trailing Curtain Sync |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Max flash sync | 1/200 seconds | 1/180 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 7680 x 4320 @ 30p, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM7680 x 4320 @ 25p, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM7680 x 4320 @ 23.98p, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 120p, MOV, ProRes, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 120p, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 120p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 100p, MOV, ProRes, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 100p, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 100p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 60p, MOV, ProRes, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 60p, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 60p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 50p, MOV, ProRes, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 50p, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 50p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 30p, MOV, ProRes, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 30p, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 25p, MOV, ProRes, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 25p, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 25p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 23.98p, MOV, ProRes, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 23.98p, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 23.98p, MOV, H.264, L | 1920 x 1080 (30, 25, 24 fps),1280 x 720 (60, 50, 30, 25, 24 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 25, 24 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 7680x4320 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | 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 1 (5 GBit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Built-in | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 1340g (2.95 pounds) | 561g (1.24 pounds) |
Dimensions | 149 x 150 x 91mm (5.9" x 5.9" x 3.6") | 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 | 740 shots | 540 shots |
Battery format | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | EN-EL18d | D-LI90 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | Dual CFexpress Type B slots | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | Two | One |
Launch cost | $5,500 | $899 |