Pentax K-01 vs Samsung NX1
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![Pentax K-01 front Pentax K-01 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Pentax-K-01/Pentax-K-01-front.jpg)
![Samsung NX1 front Samsung NX1 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Samsung-NX1/Samsung-NX1-front.jpg)
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67 Features
90 Overall
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Pentax K-01 vs Samsung NX1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 12800 (Push to 25600)
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Pentax KAF2 Mount
- 561g - 122 x 79 x 58mm
- Introduced May 2012
(Full Review)
- 28MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 25600 (Raise to 51200)
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 4096 x 2160 video
- Samsung NX Mount
- 550g - 139 x 102 x 66mm
- Introduced September 2014
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Pentax K-01 vs Samsung NX1 Overview
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.
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Pentax K-01 vs Samsung NX1 Gallery
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.
Reasons to pick Pentax K-01 over the Samsung NX1
K-01 | NX1 |
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Reasons to pick Samsung NX1 over the Pentax K-01
NX1 | K-01 | |||
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Introduced | September 2014 | ![]() | May 2012 | More modern by 27 months |
Display type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting display |
Display resolution | 1036k | ![]() | 921k | Clearer display (+115k dot) |
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Pentax K-01 and Samsung NX1
K-01 | NX1 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Dial exact focusing | ||
Display dimension | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Identical display measurements |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen |
Pentax K-01 vs Samsung NX1 Physical Comparison
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).
Check the Pentax K-01 vs Samsung NX1 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
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.
![Pentax K-01 vs Samsung NX1 size comparison Pentax K-01 vs Samsung NX1 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Pentax-K-01-vs-Samsung-NX1-size-comparison.jpg)
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the K-01 and NX1 is 76 and 66 respectively.
![Pentax K-01 vs Samsung NX1 top view buttons comparison Pentax K-01 vs Samsung NX1 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Pentax-K-01-vs-Samsung-NX1-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Pentax K-01 vs Samsung NX1 Sensor Comparison
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.
![Pentax K-01 vs Samsung NX1 sensor size comparison Pentax K-01 vs Samsung NX1 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Pentax-K-01-vs-Samsung-NX1-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Pentax K-01 vs Samsung NX1 Screen and ViewFinder
![Pentax K-01 vs Samsung NX1 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Pentax K-01 vs Samsung NX1 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Pentax-K-01-vs-Samsung-NX1-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Pentax K-01 vs Samsung NX1 Specifications
Pentax K-01 | Samsung NX1 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Pentax | Samsung |
Model | Pentax K-01 | Samsung NX1 |
Class | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Pro Mirrorless |
Introduced | 2012-05-30 | 2014-09-15 |
Body design | SLR-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | DRIMe 5 |
Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 23.7 x 15.7mm | 23.5 x 15.7mm |
Sensor area | 372.1mm² | 369.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 28MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4928 x 3264 | 6480 x 4320 |
Max native ISO | 12800 | 25600 |
Max enhanced ISO | 25600 | 51200 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | 81 | 209 |
Cross focus points | - | 153 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Pentax KAF2 | Samsung NX |
Available lenses | 151 | 32 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Display sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of display | 921 thousand dot | 1,036 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display tech | TFT LCD monitor | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 2,360 thousand dot |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100% |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.7x |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/8000s |
Continuous shutter speed | 6.0fps | 15.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 12.00 m (at ISO 100) | 11.00 m (ISO 100) |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow-speed Sync, Trailing Curtain Sync | - |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Max flash sync | 1/180s | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30, 25, 24 fps),1280 x 720 (60, 50, 30, 25, 24 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 25, 24 fps) | 3840 x 2160 (30p), 4096 x 2160 (24p), 1920 x 1080 (60p, 50p, 30p, 25p, 24p), 1280 x 720, 640 x 480 |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 4096x2160 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | H.265 |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 3.0 (5 GBit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 561g (1.24 lbs) | 550g (1.21 lbs) |
Dimensions | 122 x 79 x 58mm (4.8" x 3.1" x 2.3") | 139 x 102 x 66mm (5.5" x 4.0" x 2.6") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | 79 | 83 |
DXO Color Depth score | 23.7 | 24.2 |
DXO Dynamic range score | 12.9 | 13.2 |
DXO Low light score | 1135 | 1363 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 540 pictures | 500 pictures |
Battery form | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | D-LI90 | BP1900 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | Yes (2 - 30 secs) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I/II) |
Storage slots | One | One |
Retail pricing | $899 | $1,500 |