Panasonic FZ60 vs Pentax K-01

In this article, we will be looking at the Panasonic FZ60 vs Pentax K-01, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by manufacturers Panasonic and Pentax. The image resolution of the FZ60 (16MP) and the K-01 (16MP) is relatively close but the FZ60 (1/2.3") and K-01 (APS-C) enjoy different sensor size.

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The FZ60 was unveiled 2 months later than the K-01 which means that they are both of a similar age. Both cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic FZ60 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Pentax K-01 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go in to a complete comparison, below is a quick highlight of how the FZ60 grades versus the K-01 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ60 & Pentax K-01. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic FZ60 Gallery & Pentax K-01 Gallery.

If you're going to carry your camera, you need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic FZ60 provides outer measurements of 120mm x 81mm x 92mm (4.7" x 3.2" x 3.6") along with a weight of 493 grams (1.09 lbs) while the Pentax K-01 has dimensions of 122mm x 79mm x 58mm (4.8" x 3.1" x 2.3") with a weight of 561 grams (1.24 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you use during that time. Following is the front view overall size comparison of the FZ60 and the K-01.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the FZ60 and K-01 is 68 and 76 respectively.

Quite often, it is hard to visualize the contrast in sensor sizing merely by viewing technical specs. The visual below may give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the FZ60 and K-01.

As you can tell, the two cameras offer the same exact megapixels albeit different sensor sizing. The FZ60 has the smaller sensor which is going to make obtaining bokeh harder.