Pentax K-01 vs Sony W570

Lets look a bit more closely at the Pentax K-01 versus Sony W570, former is a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Ultracompact by brands Pentax and Sony. The image resolution of the K-01 (16MP) and the W570 (16MP) is relatively similar but the K-01 (APS-C) and W570 (1/2.3") feature totally different sensor sizing.

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The K-01 was revealed 17 months after the W570 which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. Both of the cameras come with different body type with the Pentax K-01 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony W570 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before getting in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the K-01 matches up versus the W570 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Pentax K-01 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W570. The full galleries are viewable at Pentax K-01 Gallery & Sony W570 Gallery.

If you're looking to carry around your camera regularly, you'll need to think about its weight and volume. The Pentax K-01 offers external measurements 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 W570 has sizing of 91mm x 52mm x 19mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.7") along with a weight of 116 grams (0.26 lbs).

Compare the Pentax K-01 versus Sony W570 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you have attached at the time. Underneath is the front view proportions comparison of the K-01 compared to the W570.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the K-01 and W570 is 76 and 96 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be hard to envision the contrast between sensor sizes only by reading specs. The pic underneath should give you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the K-01 and W570.

As you can plainly see, the two cameras have got the exact same MP albeit not the same sensor sizes. The K-01 comes with the bigger sensor which is going to make getting shallow DOF easier. The fresher K-01 is going to have a benefit in sensor tech.