Panasonic SZ10 vs Pentax K-01

Here, we are comparing the Panasonic SZ10 versus Pentax K-01, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by companies Panasonic and Pentax. The image resolution of the SZ10 (16MP) and the K-01 (16MP) is fairly comparable but the SZ10 (1/2.3") and K-01 (APS-C) posses totally different sensor sizes.

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The SZ10 was manufactured 2 years later than the K-01 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic SZ10 being a Compact camera and the Pentax K-01 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving right into a full comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the SZ10 grades versus the K-01 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ10 and Pentax K-01. The entire galleries are available at Panasonic SZ10 Gallery and Pentax K-01 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to carry your camera frequently, you are going to need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic SZ10 comes with outer measurements of 99mm x 60mm x 30mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 177 grams (0.39 lbs) whilst 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).

Check out the Panasonic SZ10 versus Pentax K-01 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are employing during that time. Following is a front view measurements comparison of the SZ10 against the K-01.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the SZ10 and K-01 is 93 and 76 respectively.

In many cases, it is very difficult to see the difference in sensor sizing purely by seeing a spec sheet. The visual here should give you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the SZ10 and K-01.

Clearly, both of these cameras feature the identical resolution but not the same sensor sizing. The SZ10 has got the smaller sensor which will make achieving bokeh harder. The more recent SZ10 is going to have an advantage in sensor technology.