Pentax K-01 vs Sony A7

Following is a in depth comparison of the Pentax K-01 versus Sony A7, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Pro Mirrorless by rivals Pentax and Sony. There is a significant difference among the resolutions of the K-01 (16MP) and A7 (24MP) and the K-01 (APS-C) and A7 (Full frame) have totally different sensor dimensions.

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The K-01 was released 20 months earlier than the A7 which makes them a generation away from each other. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before going straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a brief summation of how the K-01 matches up vs the A7 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Pentax K-01 and Sony Alpha A7. The complete galleries are provided at Pentax K-01 Gallery and Sony A7 Gallery.

If you're planning to carry around your camera regularly, you are going to need to think about its weight and size. The Pentax K-01 provides external dimensions of 122mm x 79mm x 58mm (4.8" x 3.1" x 2.3") with a weight of 561 grams (1.24 lbs) and the Sony A7 has specifications of 127mm x 94mm x 48mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 1.9") having a weight of 474 grams (1.04 lbs).

See the Pentax K-01 versus Sony A7 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have at that time. Here is a front view measurements comparison of the K-01 vs the A7.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the K-01 and A7 is 76 and 78 respectively.

Often, it is very tough to see the gap in sensor sizes just by viewing specifications. The image underneath should offer you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the K-01 and A7.

Plainly, both of those cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The K-01 because of its smaller sensor will make getting shallow depth of field more difficult and the Sony A7 will result in greater detail as a result of its extra 8MP. Higher resolution will let you crop shots way more aggressively. The more aged K-01 will be behind when it comes to sensor tech.