Pentax K-01 vs Pentax K-50

Let's look closer at the Pentax K-01 vs Pentax K-50, former being a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR and both are designed by Pentax. The image resolution of the K-01 (16MP) and the K-50 (16MP) is pretty well matched and both cameras provide the same sensor size (APS-C).

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The K-01 was launched 18 months earlier than the K-50 which makes them a generation apart from one another. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Pentax K-01 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Pentax K-50 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before we go right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the K-01 scores vs the K-50 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Pentax K-01 & Pentax K-50. The complete galleries are viewable at Pentax K-01 Gallery & Pentax K-50 Gallery.

For those who are intending to carry your camera regularly, you need to consider its weight and proportions. The Pentax K-01 comes with physical measurements of 122mm x 79mm x 58mm (4.8" x 3.1" x 2.3") and a weight of 561 grams (1.24 lbs) and the Pentax K-50 has measurements of 130mm x 97mm x 71mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 2.8") accompanied by a weight of 650 grams (1.43 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you choose during that time. Following is a front view proportions comparison of the K-01 against the K-50.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the K-01 and K-50 is 76 and 63 respectively.

More often than not, it can be difficult to envision the contrast between sensor sizing simply by reading through a spec sheet. The graphic underneath should provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the K-01 and K-50.

As you can see, both the cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the same MP therefore you can expect similar quality of images though you need to consider the launch date of the products into consideration. The older K-01 is going to be behind in sensor tech.