Pentax K-01 vs Pentax I-10

On this page, we will be comparing the Pentax K-01 vs Pentax I-10, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact and both of them are sold by Pentax. There is a significant difference among the resolutions of the K-01 (16MP) and I-10 (12MP) and the K-01 (APS-C) and I-10 (1/2.3") offer totally different sensor sizes.

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The K-01 was announced 2 years after the I-10 which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras have different body design with the Pentax K-01 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Pentax I-10 being a Compact camera.

Before delving straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the K-01 grades against the I-10 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Pentax K-01 and Pentax Optio I-10. The whole galleries are available at Pentax K-01 Gallery and Pentax I-10 Gallery.

If you are going to carry around your camera often, you'll need to think about its weight and volume. The Pentax K-01 has got exterior dimensions of 122mm x 79mm x 58mm (4.8" x 3.1" x 2.3") accompanied by a weight of 561 grams (1.24 lbs) while the Pentax I-10 has sizing of 101mm x 65mm x 28mm (4.0" x 2.6" x 1.1") and a weight of 153 grams (0.34 lbs).

Check out the Pentax K-01 vs Pentax I-10 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have attached during that time. Underneath is a front view dimension comparison of the K-01 vs the I-10.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the K-01 and I-10 is 76 and 93 respectively.

Oftentimes, its tough to visualise the difference in sensor sizes simply by checking out a spec sheet. The picture underneath may give you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the K-01 and I-10.

Clearly, the two cameras have different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The K-01 with its bigger sensor will make shooting shallower DOF easier and the Pentax K-01 will provide greater detail with its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop shots a bit more aggressively. The fresher K-01 is going to have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.