Pentax K-01 vs Sony W550

Following is a extended review of the Pentax K-01 versus Sony W550, former is a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Ultracompact by rivals Pentax and Sony. The resolution of the K-01 (16MP) and the W550 (14MP) is relatively well matched but the K-01 (APS-C) and W550 (1/2.3") feature totally different sensor dimensions.

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The K-01 was released 11 months after the W550 so they are of a similar age. The two cameras offer different body type with the Pentax K-01 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony W550 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before delving through a in-depth comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the K-01 scores versus the W550 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Pentax K-01 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W550. The complete galleries are available at Pentax K-01 Gallery & Sony W550 Gallery.

For those who are intending to carry around your camera, you should take into account its weight and volume. The Pentax K-01 offers physical dimensions 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 W550 has sizing of 94mm x 56mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") with a weight of 110 grams (0.24 lbs).

Check out the Pentax K-01 versus Sony W550 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you choose at that time. Underneath is the front view dimension comparison of the K-01 compared to the W550.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the K-01 and W550 is 76 and 96 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's hard to visualise the gap between sensor sizes just by looking at specifications. The image underneath should offer you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the K-01 and W550.

Plainly, each of the cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The K-01 because of its bigger sensor will make shooting shallow depth of field less difficult and the Pentax K-01 will give greater detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop shots a little more aggressively. The more modern K-01 will have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.