Pentax K-01 vs Sony RX100

Here, we are contrasting the Pentax K-01 vs Sony RX100, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Large Sensor Compact by companies Pentax and Sony. The resolution of the K-01 (16MP) and the RX100 (20MP) is very similar but the K-01 (APS-C) and RX100 (1") have totally different sensor sizing.

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The K-01 was announced 3 months prior to the RX100 so they are of a similar generation. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Pentax K-01 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony RX100 being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before getting into a complete comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the K-01 matches up versus the RX100 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Pentax K-01 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100. The whole galleries are provided at Pentax K-01 Gallery and Sony RX100 Gallery.

When you are intending to carry around your camera, you'll have to factor its weight and measurements. The Pentax K-01 features exterior 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) while the Sony RX100 has proportions of 102mm x 58mm x 36mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.4") accompanied by a weight of 240 grams (0.53 lbs).

Contrast the Pentax K-01 vs Sony RX100 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are working with at the time. Below is a front view physical size comparison of the K-01 and the RX100.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the K-01 and RX100 is 76 and 91 respectively.

Generally, it's hard to see the difference between sensor sizes simply by reviewing a spec sheet. The image here should give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the K-01 and RX100.

As you can see, both cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The K-01 with its larger sensor will make shooting shallow DOF less difficult and the Sony RX100 will offer you greater detail with its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will help you crop photos way more aggressively.