Panasonic 3D1 vs Pentax K-01
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Panasonic 3D1 vs Pentax K-01 Key Specs
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- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-100mm (F3.9-5.7) lens
- 193g - 108 x 58 x 24mm
- Released November 2011
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- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 12800 (Boost to 25600)
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Pentax KAF2 Mount
- 561g - 122 x 79 x 58mm
- Introduced May 2012
Panasonic 3D1 vs Pentax K-01 Overview
Below is a in depth comparison of the Panasonic 3D1 vs Pentax K-01, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands Panasonic and Pentax. There is a sizeable difference among the image resolutions of the 3D1 (12MP) and K-01 (16MP) and the 3D1 (1/2.3") and K-01 (APS-C) boast totally different sensor sizing.
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe 3D1 was brought out 6 months prior to the K-01 which means that they are both of a similar generation. The two cameras have different body design with the Panasonic 3D1 being a Compact camera and the Pentax K-01 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.
Before getting straight to a complete comparison, here is a short view of how the 3D1 grades versus the K-01 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Panasonic 3D1 vs Pentax K-01 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-3D1 and Pentax K-01. The entire galleries are available at Panasonic 3D1 Gallery and Pentax K-01 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic 3D1 over the Pentax K-01
3D1 | K-01 | |||
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Screen dimensions | 3.5" | 3" | Bigger screen (+0.5") | |
Touch friendly screen | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Pentax K-01 over the Panasonic 3D1
K-01 | 3D1 | |||
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Manually focus | Very precise focusing | |||
Screen resolution | 921k | 460k | Sharper screen (+461k dot) |
Common features in the Panasonic 3D1 and Pentax K-01
3D1 | K-01 | |||
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Introduced | November 2011 | May 2012 | Same generation | |
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Neither offers selfie screen |
Panasonic 3D1 vs Pentax K-01 Physical Comparison
When you are aiming to lug around your camera regularly, you have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Panasonic 3D1 offers physical dimensions of 108mm x 58mm x 24mm (4.3" x 2.3" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs) while 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).
Examine the Panasonic 3D1 vs Pentax K-01 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you select at the time. Below is a front view measurements comparison of the 3D1 vs the K-01.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the 3D1 and K-01 is 93 and 76 respectively.
Panasonic 3D1 vs Pentax K-01 Sensor Comparison
Often, it is difficult to envision the gap in sensor measurements just by going through specs. The visual here will help offer you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the 3D1 and K-01.
All in all, both of those cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The 3D1 because of its smaller sensor will make getting shallow depth of field trickier and the Pentax K-01 will show more detail having its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop shots more aggressively.
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Panasonic 3D1 vs Pentax K-01 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-3D1 | Pentax K-01 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Panasonic | Pentax |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-3D1 | Pentax K-01 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Released | 2011-11-07 | 2012-05-30 |
Physical type | Compact | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 23.7 x 15.7mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 372.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 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 | 4000 x 3000 | 4928 x 3264 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 12800 |
Highest enhanced ISO | - | 25600 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Total focus points | 23 | 81 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | Pentax KAF2 |
Lens zoom range | 25-100mm (4.0x) | - |
Largest aperture | f/3.9-5.7 | - |
Macro focusing range | 5cm | - |
Number of lenses | - | 151 |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3.5" | 3" |
Display resolution | 460k dots | 921k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Display tech | TFT Full Touch Screen with AR coating | TFT LCD monitor |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 60s | 30s |
Max shutter speed | 1/1300s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shutter rate | - | 6.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.50 m | 12.00 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow-speed Sync, Trailing Curtain Sync |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Max flash synchronize | - | 1/180s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60, 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 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 | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, AVCHD, Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 193 gr (0.43 lb) | 561 gr (1.24 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 108 x 58 x 24mm (4.3" x 2.3" x 0.9") | 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 | 200 photos | 540 photos |
Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | D-LI90 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | One | One |
Retail cost | $670 | $899 |