Panasonic S5 II X vs Pentax K-01
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Panasonic S5 II X vs Pentax K-01 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 24MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.00" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 100 - 51200 (Boost to 204800)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 5952 x 3968 video
- Leica L Mount
- 740g - 134 x 102 x 90mm
- Announced January 2023
- Superseded the Panasonic S5
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 12800 (Increase to 25600)
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Pentax KAF2 Mount
- 561g - 122 x 79 x 58mm
- Released May 2012

Panasonic S5 II X vs Pentax K-01 Overview
Here is a extended analysis of the Panasonic S5 II X versus Pentax K-01, one being a Pro Mirrorless and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by manufacturers Panasonic and Pentax. There is a big difference between the sensor resolutions of the S5 II X (24MP) and K-01 (16MP) and the S5 II X (Full frame) and K-01 (APS-C) provide totally different sensor measurements.

The S5 II X was launched 10 years later than the K-01 and that is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (SLR-style mirrorless).
Before delving straight to a full comparison, here is a concise overview of how the S5 II X scores versus the K-01 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Panasonic S5 II X vs Pentax K-01 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DC-S5 Mark II X and Pentax K-01. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic S5 II X Gallery and Pentax K-01 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic S5 II X over the Pentax K-01
S5 II X | K-01 | |||
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Released | January 2023 | ![]() | May 2012 | Fresher by 130 months |
Screen type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Fixed | Fully Articulating screen |
Screen resolution | 1840k | ![]() | 921k | Sharper screen (+919k dot) |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Take selfies | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Pentax K-01 over the Panasonic S5 II X
K-01 | S5 II X |
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Common features in the Panasonic S5 II X and Pentax K-01
S5 II X | K-01 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Dial precise focusing | ||
Screen size | 3.00" | ![]() | 3" | Same screen measurements |
Panasonic S5 II X vs Pentax K-01 Physical Comparison
In case you're aiming to carry your camera frequently, you're going to have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic S5 II X enjoys physical measurements of 134mm x 102mm x 90mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 3.5") along with a weight of 740 grams (1.63 lbs) and the Pentax K-01 has dimensions of 122mm x 79mm x 58mm (4.8" x 3.1" x 2.3") having a weight of 561 grams (1.24 lbs).
Analyze the Panasonic S5 II X versus Pentax K-01 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have at the time. Here is a front view scale comparison of the S5 II X vs the K-01.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the S5 II X and K-01 is 59 and 76 respectively.

Panasonic S5 II X vs Pentax K-01 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it's tough to visualise the gap between sensor sizing purely by looking at technical specs. The photograph underneath will offer you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the S5 II X and K-01.
As you can tell, both of the cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The S5 II X because of its bigger sensor will make getting bokeh easier and the Panasonic S5 II X will give extra detail utilizing its extra 8MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop photographs way more aggressively. The younger S5 II X will have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.

Panasonic S5 II X vs Pentax K-01 Screen and ViewFinder


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Panasonic S5 II X vs Pentax K-01 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DC-S5 Mark II X | Pentax K-01 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Panasonic | Pentax |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DC-S5 Mark II X | Pentax K-01 |
Class | Pro Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Announced | 2023-01-04 | 2012-05-30 |
Body design | SLR-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | Full frame | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 35.6 x 23.8mm | 23.7 x 15.7mm |
Sensor surface area | 847.3mm² | 372.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24MP | 16MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 6000 x 4000 | 4928 x 3264 |
Highest native ISO | 51200 | 12800 |
Highest enhanced ISO | 204800 | 25600 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Min enhanced ISO | 50 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | 779 | 81 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Leica L | Pentax KAF2 |
Total lenses | 65 | 151 |
Focal length multiplier | 1 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fully Articulated | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3.00 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 1,840k dot | 921k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen tech | - | TFT LCD monitor |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder resolution | 3,680k dot | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.78x | - |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 60 secs | 30 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/8000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Fastest silent shutter speed | 1/8000 secs | - |
Continuous shutter speed | 9.0 frames per sec | 6.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | 12.00 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash modes | Auto, Auto/Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Forced On/Red-eye Reduction, Slow Sync, Slow Sync w/Red-eye Reduction, Forced Off | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow-speed Sync, Trailing Curtain Sync |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Fastest flash sync | 1/250 secs | 1/180 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 5952 x 3968 @ 30p/24p | 1920 x 1080 (30, 25, 24 fps),1280 x 720 (60, 50, 30, 25, 24 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 25, 24 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 5952x3968 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264, H.265 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 3.2 Gen 2 (5 GBit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 740 gr (1.63 pounds) | 561 gr (1.24 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 134 x 102 x 90mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 3.5") | 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 | 370 images | 540 images |
Battery form | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | DMW-BLJ31 | D-LI90 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD Memory Card, SDHC Memory Card, SDXC Memory Card | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | 2 | 1 |
Launch cost | $2,199 | $899 |