Pentax K-01 vs Samsung NX300

Below is a complete overview of the Pentax K-01 versus Samsung NX300, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by companies Pentax and Samsung. The image resolution of the K-01 (16MP) and the NX300 (20MP) is fairly well matched and they enjoy the exact same sensor dimensions (APS-C).

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The K-01 was introduced 18 months before the NX300 making the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both the cameras come with different body type with the Pentax K-01 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Samsung NX300 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before getting in to a detailed comparison, below is a quick view of how the K-01 matches up versus the NX300 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Pentax K-01 and Samsung NX300. The whole galleries are provided at Pentax K-01 Gallery and Samsung NX300 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to lug around your camera frequently, you will have to consider its weight and size. The Pentax K-01 enjoys physical dimensions of 122mm x 79mm x 58mm (4.8" x 3.1" x 2.3") and a weight of 561 grams (1.24 lbs) while the Samsung NX300 has specifications of 122mm x 64mm x 41mm (4.8" x 2.5" x 1.6") and a weight of 331 grams (0.73 lbs).

Check the Pentax K-01 versus Samsung NX300 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have attached during that time. Below is the front view overall size comparison of the K-01 compared to the NX300.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the K-01 and NX300 is 76 and 86 respectively.

Generally, it's tough to picture the gap between sensor measurements simply by looking at specs. The photograph below may offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the K-01 and NX300.

All in all, both of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but different megapixels. You should anticipate the Samsung NX300 to resolve more detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will enable you to crop pics much more aggressively. The older K-01 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor technology.