Pentax K-01 vs Samsung NX2000

Let's look much closer at the Pentax K-01 vs Samsung NX2000, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by manufacturers Pentax and Samsung. The image resolution of the K-01 (16MP) and the NX2000 (20MP) is pretty comparable and they come with the exact same sensor size (APS-C).

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The K-01 was announced 18 months prior to the NX2000 which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. Each of these cameras come with different body type with the Pentax K-01 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Samsung NX2000 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before going in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a quick highlight of how the K-01 scores vs the NX2000 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Pentax K-01 & Samsung NX2000. The whole galleries are viewable at Pentax K-01 Gallery & Samsung NX2000 Gallery.

When you are aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you are going to need to factor in its weight and size. The Pentax K-01 comes with outside measurements of 122mm x 79mm x 58mm (4.8" x 3.1" x 2.3") and a weight of 561 grams (1.24 lbs) whilst the Samsung NX2000 has specifications of 119mm x 65mm x 36mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 1.4") having a weight of 228 grams (0.50 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are employing at that moment. Below is the front view sizing comparison of the K-01 compared to the NX2000.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the K-01 and NX2000 is 76 and 89 respectively.

Usually, it can be difficult to envision the difference in sensor sizes only by seeing a spec sheet. The pic here might give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the K-01 and NX2000.

Clearly, each of these cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same megapixels. You can expect the Samsung NX2000 to provide more detail with its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will enable you to crop pictures much more aggressively. The more aged K-01 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.