Panasonic FZ40 vs Pentax K-01

Lets examine more in depth at the Panasonic FZ40 and Pentax K-01, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by competitors Panasonic and Pentax. The image resolution of the FZ40 (14MP) and the K-01 (16MP) is very comparable but the FZ40 (1/2.3") and K-01 (APS-C) come with different sensor dimensions.

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The FZ40 was announced 22 months earlier than the K-01 making the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic FZ40 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Pentax K-01 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before going in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a concise overview of how the FZ40 matches up vs the K-01 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ40 and Pentax K-01. The whole galleries are provided at Panasonic FZ40 Gallery and Pentax K-01 Gallery.

When you are aiming to carry your camera often, you'll need to consider its weight and size. The Panasonic FZ40 comes with outside dimensions of 120mm x 80mm x 92mm (4.7" x 3.1" x 3.6") and a weight of 494 grams (1.09 lbs) while the Pentax K-01 has specifications of 122mm x 79mm x 58mm (4.8" x 3.1" x 2.3") and a weight of 561 grams (1.24 lbs).

Contrast the Panasonic FZ40 and Pentax K-01 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have at the time. Underneath is the front view physical size comparison of the FZ40 vs the K-01.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the FZ40 and K-01 is 68 and 76 respectively.

Generally, its tough to visualize the contrast in sensor sizing purely by checking out specifications. The photograph underneath will help give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the FZ40 and K-01.

To sum up, each of the cameras posses different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The FZ40 with its smaller sensor is going to make achieving shallower DOF trickier and the Pentax K-01 will show extra detail with its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop photos somewhat more aggressively. The older FZ40 will be behind when it comes to sensor tech.