Pentax K-01 vs Samsung NX1100

Let's examine more closely at the Pentax K-01 versus Samsung NX1100, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by competitors Pentax and Samsung. The image resolution of the K-01 (16MP) and the NX1100 (20MP) is relatively well matched and they feature the exact same sensor dimensions (APS-C).

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The K-01 was manufactured 10 months earlier than the NX1100 and they are both of a similar generation. The two cameras come with different body type with the Pentax K-01 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Samsung NX1100 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before getting in to a complete comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the K-01 grades against the NX1100 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Pentax K-01 and Samsung NX1100. The entire galleries are viewable at Pentax K-01 Gallery and Samsung NX1100 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to lug around your camera frequently, you should consider its weight and measurements. The Pentax K-01 has got outside measurements 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 NX1100 has proportions of 114mm x 63mm x 37mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") with a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Here is the front view scale comparison of the K-01 compared to the NX1100.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the K-01 and NX1100 is 76 and 90 respectively.

Usually, it's difficult to imagine the gap between sensor measurements purely by looking at technical specs. The visual underneath should give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the K-01 and NX1100.

As you have seen, both cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit different resolution. You should count on the Samsung NX1100 to give more detail due to its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will enable you to crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The older K-01 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.