Pentax K-01 vs Sony NEX-5T

Here, we are evaluating the Pentax K-01 versus Sony NEX-5T, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by brands Pentax and Sony. The image resolution of the K-01 (16MP) and the NEX-5T (16MP) is very well matched and both cameras offer the identical sensor measurements (APS-C).

Photography Glossary

The K-01 was introduced 15 months earlier than the NEX-5T making them a generation away from each other. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Pentax K-01 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony NEX-5T being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before going straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a short view of how the K-01 grades versus the NEX-5T with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Pentax K-01 and Sony Alpha NEX-5T. The whole galleries are provided at Pentax K-01 Gallery and Sony NEX-5T Gallery.

If you're looking to travel with your camera often, you will need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Pentax K-01 offers external measurements of 122mm x 79mm x 58mm (4.8" x 3.1" x 2.3") having a weight of 561 grams (1.24 lbs) while the Sony NEX-5T has proportions of 111mm x 59mm x 39mm (4.4" x 2.3" x 1.5") having a weight of 276 grams (0.61 lbs).

Check the Pentax K-01 versus Sony NEX-5T in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you use at that time. Following is a front view scale comparison of the K-01 vs the NEX-5T.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the K-01 and NEX-5T is 76 and 89 respectively.

Usually, its difficult to see the difference between sensor dimensions simply by reading through specifications. The pic below should give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the K-01 and NEX-5T.

Plainly, both of these cameras feature the identical sensor size and the same exact MP and you should expect similar quality of pictures but you really should consider the production date of the products into consideration. The more aged K-01 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.