Pentax K-01 vs Sony NEX-5R
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Pentax K-01 vs Sony NEX-5R Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 12800 (Boost to 25600)
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Pentax KAF2 Mount
- 561g - 122 x 79 x 58mm
- Announced May 2012
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 25600
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Sony E Mount
- 276g - 111 x 59 x 39mm
- Released August 2012
- Old Model is Sony NEX-5N
- Refreshed by Sony NEX-5T
Photography Glossary Pentax K-01 vs Sony NEX-5R Overview
Below, we will be reviewing the Pentax K-01 versus Sony NEX-5R, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by companies Pentax and Sony. The sensor resolution of the K-01 (16MP) and the NEX-5R (16MP) is relatively well matched and they enjoy the exact same sensor sizing (APS-C).
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modesThe K-01 was unveiled 3 months prior to the NEX-5R which means that they are of a similar age. Each of the cameras come with different body type with the Pentax K-01 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony NEX-5R being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before we go in to a detailed comparison, below is a short summation of how the K-01 matches up against the NEX-5R with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Reasons to pick Pentax K-01 over the Sony NEX-5R
| K-01 | NEX-5R | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen resolution | 921k |  | 920k | Sharper screen (+1k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony NEX-5R over the Pentax K-01
| NEX-5R | K-01 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen type | Tilting |  | Fixed | Tilting screen |
| Touch screen |  | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Pentax K-01 and Sony NEX-5R
| K-01 | NEX-5R | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Released | May 2012 |  | August 2012 | Similar age |
| Manual focus |  | Very accurate focus | ||
| Screen dimension | 3" |  | 3" | Identical screen measurement |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither features selfie screen |
Pentax K-01 vs Sony NEX-5R Physical Comparison
If you're going to carry around your camera, you are going to need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Pentax K-01 enjoys external dimensions 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 Sony NEX-5R has dimensions of 111mm x 59mm x 39mm (4.4" x 2.3" x 1.5") and a weight of 276 grams (0.61 lbs).
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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you select at that time. Below is the front view dimension comparison of the K-01 versus the NEX-5R.
Using size and weight, the portability grade of the K-01 and NEX-5R is 76 and 89 respectively.
Pentax K-01 vs Sony NEX-5R Sensor Comparison
Usually, it can be hard to imagine the gap between sensor sizes just by looking at specifications. The pic here may provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the K-01 and NEX-5R.
Plainly, both of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the exact same MP therefore you can expect similar quality of photos although you would want to consider the launch date of the products into consideration.
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Pentax K-01 vs Sony NEX-5R Specifications
| Pentax K-01 | Sony Alpha NEX-5R | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand | Pentax | Sony |
| Model type | Pentax K-01 | Sony Alpha NEX-5R |
| Class | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
| Announced | 2012-05-30 | 2012-08-29 |
| Physical type | SLR-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor Chip | - | Bionz |
| Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
| Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
| Sensor measurements | 23.7 x 15.7mm | 23.4 x 15.6mm |
| Sensor surface area | 372.1mm² | 365.0mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Highest Possible resolution | 4928 x 3264 | 4912 x 3264 |
| Maximum native ISO | 12800 | 25600 |
| Maximum enhanced ISO | 25600 | - |
| Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
| RAW format | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focusing | ||
| Touch focus | ||
| Continuous autofocus | ||
| Single autofocus | ||
| Autofocus tracking | ||
| Selective autofocus | ||
| Autofocus center weighted | ||
| Autofocus multi area | ||
| Autofocus live view | ||
| Face detect focus | ||
| Contract detect focus | ||
| Phase detect focus | ||
| Total focus points | 81 | 99 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens support | Pentax KAF2 | Sony E |
| Total lenses | 151 | 121 |
| Crop factor | 1.5 | 1.5 |
| Screen | ||
| Type of display | Fixed Type | Tilting |
| Display size | 3" | 3" |
| Resolution of display | 921k dots | 920k dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch display | ||
| Display tech | TFT LCD monitor | Tilt Up 180� Down 50� TFT LCD |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | Electronic (optional) |
| Features | ||
| Minimum shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
| Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/4000s |
| Continuous shutter rate | 6.0 frames/s | 10.0 frames/s |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Expose Manually | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Set white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash distance | 12.00 m (at ISO 100) | no built-in flash |
| Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow-speed Sync, Trailing Curtain Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Rear Curtain, Fill-in |
| Hot shoe | ||
| Auto exposure bracketing | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Fastest flash synchronize | 1/180s | 1/160s |
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment | ||
| Average | ||
| Spot | ||
| Partial | ||
| AF area | ||
| Center weighted | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30, 25, 24 fps),1280 x 720 (60, 50, 30, 25, 24 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 25, 24 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1440 x 1080 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
| Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
| Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | AVCHD |
| Microphone port | ||
| Headphone port | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | Built-In |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environment sealing | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 561 gr (1.24 lbs) | 276 gr (0.61 lbs) |
| Dimensions | 122 x 79 x 58mm (4.8" x 3.1" x 2.3") | 111 x 59 x 39mm (4.4" x 2.3" x 1.5") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall rating | 79 | 78 |
| DXO Color Depth rating | 23.7 | 23.7 |
| DXO Dynamic range rating | 12.9 | 13.1 |
| DXO Low light rating | 1135 | 910 |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | 540 images | 330 images |
| Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
| Battery ID | D-LI90 | NPFW50 |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10sec (3 images)) |
| Time lapse feature | With downloadable app | |
| Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/ SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo |
| Card slots | 1 | 1 |
| Pricing at release | $899 | $750 |