Panasonic FZ1000 vs Pentax K-01

Lets look closer at the Panasonic FZ1000 vs Pentax K-01, former is a Large Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by rivals Panasonic and Pentax. There is a noticeable difference between the resolutions of the FZ1000 (20MP) and K-01 (16MP) and the FZ1000 (1") and K-01 (APS-C) enjoy totally different sensor sizing.

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The FZ1000 was brought out 2 years after the K-01 which is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic FZ1000 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Pentax K-01 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving in to a full comparison, below is a concise view of how the FZ1000 grades versus the K-01 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ1000 & Pentax K-01. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic FZ1000 Gallery & Pentax K-01 Gallery.

When you are planning to carry around your camera regularly, you'll have to factor its weight and volume. The Panasonic FZ1000 comes with physical dimensions of 137mm x 99mm x 131mm (5.4" x 3.9" x 5.2") and a weight of 831 grams (1.83 lbs) and the Pentax K-01 has sizing of 122mm x 79mm x 58mm (4.8" x 3.1" x 2.3") accompanied by a weight of 561 grams (1.24 lbs).

Check the Panasonic FZ1000 vs Pentax K-01 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Underneath is the front view over all size comparison of the FZ1000 versus the K-01.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the FZ1000 and K-01 is 55 and 76 respectively.

Usually, it's tough to visualise the difference between sensor sizes purely by looking at technical specs. The pic here should provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the FZ1000 and K-01.

As you can tell, the two cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The FZ1000 due to its tinier sensor will make getting shallower DOF more difficult and the Panasonic FZ1000 will resolve extra detail having its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will help you crop pictures a little more aggressively. The fresher FZ1000 is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.