Olympus 7010 vs Pentax K-01

Here is a thorough analysis of the Olympus 7010 versus Pentax K-01, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands Olympus and Pentax. There is a huge difference between the image resolutions of the 7010 (12MP) and K-01 (16MP) and the 7010 (1/2.3") and K-01 (APS-C) offer totally different sensor measurements.

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The 7010 was released 3 years prior to the K-01 and that is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras have different body design with the Olympus 7010 being a Compact camera and the Pentax K-01 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before getting straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a quick summary of how the 7010 scores against the K-01 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus Stylus 7010 and Pentax K-01. The complete galleries are available at Olympus 7010 Gallery and Pentax K-01 Gallery.

When you are aiming to carry your camera, you'll have to think about its weight and measurements. The Olympus 7010 provides outside dimensions of 98mm x 56mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 145 grams (0.32 lbs) while the Pentax K-01 has proportions of 122mm x 79mm x 58mm (4.8" x 3.1" x 2.3") having a weight of 561 grams (1.24 lbs).

Take a look at the Olympus 7010 versus Pentax K-01 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are employing during that time. The following is a front view scale comparison of the 7010 and the K-01.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the 7010 and K-01 is 94 and 76 respectively.

In many cases, it can be hard to visualise the gap between sensor sizing simply by going over technical specs. The photograph below will give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the 7010 and K-01.

As you have seen, each of these cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The 7010 because of its tinier sensor will make achieving bokeh trickier and the Pentax K-01 will offer you greater detail as a result of its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will allow you to crop pictures more aggressively. The older 7010 is going to be behind with regard to sensor tech.