Olympus SP-610UZ vs Pentax K-01

Here is a comprehensive comparison of the Olympus SP-610UZ versus Pentax K-01, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by rivals Olympus and Pentax. The image resolution of the SP-610UZ (14MP) and the K-01 (16MP) is relatively similar but the SP-610UZ (1/2.3") and K-01 (APS-C) offer different sensor sizing.

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The SP-610UZ was manufactured 17 months prior to the K-01 which makes them a generation apart from one another. Both cameras have different body design with the Olympus SP-610UZ being a Compact camera and the Pentax K-01 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before going right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a simple overview of how the SP-610UZ grades vs the K-01 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus SP-610UZ & Pentax K-01. The entire galleries are available at Olympus SP-610UZ Gallery & Pentax K-01 Gallery.

In case you're looking to carry your camera frequently, you need to consider its weight and size. The Olympus SP-610UZ enjoys outer measurements of 107mm x 73mm x 73mm (4.2" x 2.9" x 2.9") with a weight of 405 grams (0.89 lbs) while the Pentax K-01 has specifications 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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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you select during that time. Following is a front view size comparison of the SP-610UZ and the K-01.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SP-610UZ and K-01 is 79 and 76 respectively.

Typically, it can be tough to picture the contrast between sensor sizing purely by going over a spec sheet. The photograph below may offer you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the SP-610UZ and K-01.

Clearly, both cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The SP-610UZ because of its tinier sensor is going to make getting shallow depth of field tougher and the Pentax K-01 will deliver extra detail due to its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop photographs more aggressively. The older SP-610UZ is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.