Pentax K-01 vs Pentax K-1

Here, we will be contrasting the Pentax K-01 versus Pentax K-1, former is a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Advanced DSLR and both are offered by Pentax. There is a substantial difference between the resolutions of the K-01 (16MP) and K-1 (36MP) and the K-01 (APS-C) and K-1 (Full frame) provide totally different sensor measurements.

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The K-01 was introduced 4 years prior to the K-1 which is quite a big difference as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Pentax K-01 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Pentax K-1 being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before we go right into a thorough comparison, here is a quick overview of how the K-01 scores vs the K-1 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Pentax K-01 & Pentax K-1. The whole galleries are provided at Pentax K-01 Gallery & Pentax K-1 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to travel with your camera, you'll have to factor its weight and measurements. The Pentax K-01 comes with exterior dimensions of 122mm x 79mm x 58mm (4.8" x 3.1" x 2.3") and a weight of 561 grams (1.24 lbs) whilst the Pentax K-1 has proportions of 137mm x 110mm x 86mm (5.4" x 4.3" x 3.4") along with a weight of 1010 grams (2.23 lbs).

Check the Pentax K-01 versus Pentax K-1 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are working with during that time. Following is a front view dimension comparison of the K-01 compared to the K-1.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the K-01 and K-1 is 76 and 55 respectively.

In many cases, it is hard to envision the contrast between sensor dimensions only by reading specifications. The picture below will help give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the K-01 and K-1.

Plainly, the two cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The K-01 with its tinier sensor will make achieving shallow depth of field trickier and the Pentax K-1 will deliver more detail using its extra 20MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The more aged K-01 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor technology.