Pentax K-01 vs Sony A3000

Its time to examine more in depth at the Pentax K-01 and Sony A3000, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by rivals Pentax and Sony. The sensor resolution of the K-01 (16MP) and the A3000 (20MP) is very comparable and they enjoy the exact same sensor sizing (APS-C).

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The K-01 was introduced 15 months earlier than the A3000 making the cameras a generation apart from one another. The two cameras come with the identical body type (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before we go in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the K-01 scores vs the A3000 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Pentax K-01 & Sony Alpha A3000. The whole galleries are available at Pentax K-01 Gallery & Sony A3000 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to carry your camera, you'll have to factor in 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") accompanied by a weight of 561 grams (1.24 lbs) and the Sony A3000 has proportions of 128mm x 91mm x 85mm (5.0" x 3.6" x 3.3") having a weight of 411 grams (0.91 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you use at that moment. Below is the front view measurement comparison of the K-01 and the A3000.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the K-01 and A3000 is 76 and 69 respectively.

Normally, it can be hard to picture the gap in sensor sizing merely by seeing specifications. The graphic underneath should give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the K-01 and A3000.

Plainly, the two cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but different megapixels. You can expect to see the Sony A3000 to show extra detail using its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will help you crop images somewhat more aggressively. The older K-01 will be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.