Pentax K-01 vs Pentax P70

Below is a extended assessment of the Pentax K-01 versus Pentax P70, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Ultracompact and they are both built by Pentax. There exists a huge gap among the resolutions of the K-01 (16MP) and P70 (12MP) and the K-01 (APS-C) and P70 (1/2.3") offer totally different sensor measurements.

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The K-01 was revealed 3 years later than the P70 and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras have different body design with the Pentax K-01 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Pentax P70 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before diving into a in-depth comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the K-01 grades against the P70 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Pentax K-01 and Pentax Optio P70. The full galleries are viewable at Pentax K-01 Gallery and Pentax P70 Gallery.

For those who are intending to lug around your camera often, you're going to have to factor in its weight and size. The Pentax K-01 features physical measurements of 122mm x 79mm x 58mm (4.8" x 3.1" x 2.3") accompanied by a weight of 561 grams (1.24 lbs) and the Pentax P70 has specifications of 97mm x 54mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.9") along with a weight of 155 grams (0.34 lbs).

Take a look at the Pentax K-01 versus Pentax P70 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Underneath is a front view scale comparison of the K-01 vs the P70.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the K-01 and P70 is 76 and 95 respectively.

Sometimes, it is difficult to envision the gap in sensor measurements simply by researching specs. The visual below should offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the K-01 and P70.

As you can plainly see, both cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The K-01 with its bigger sensor will make achieving shallower DOF less difficult and the Pentax K-01 will provide you with greater detail because of its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop shots a bit more aggressively. The fresher K-01 will have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.