Pentax K-01 vs Samsung NX1

Following is a in-depth comparison of the Pentax K-01 vs Samsung NX1, former is a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the other is a Pro Mirrorless by brands Pentax and Samsung. There exists a large gap among the sensor resolutions of the K-01 (16MP) and NX1 (28MP) but they use the exact same sensor measurements (APS-C).

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The K-01 was manufactured 3 years prior to the NX1 which is a fairly serious difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras come with the identical body type (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before diving straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a concise view of how the K-01 matches up against the NX1 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Pentax K-01 & Samsung NX1. The entire galleries are provided at Pentax K-01 Gallery & Samsung NX1 Gallery.

For those who are going to carry around your camera, you are going to need to factor its weight and measurements. The Pentax K-01 offers exterior dimensions of 122mm x 79mm x 58mm (4.8" x 3.1" x 2.3") along with a weight of 561 grams (1.24 lbs) whilst the Samsung NX1 has proportions of 139mm x 102mm x 66mm (5.5" x 4.0" x 2.6") and a weight of 550 grams (1.21 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Underneath is the front view size comparison of the K-01 versus the NX1.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the K-01 and NX1 is 76 and 66 respectively.

Sometimes, it is hard to visualise the contrast in sensor sizes only by looking through a spec sheet. The pic below may offer you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the K-01 and NX1.

As you can see, each of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but not the same MP. You can expect to see the Samsung NX1 to render extra detail due to its extra 12MP. Greater resolution will let you crop pics somewhat more aggressively. The more aged K-01 will be behind in sensor technology.