Pentax K-01 vs Sony W650

Its time to look a little more in depth at the Pentax K-01 versus Sony W650, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Pentax and Sony. The sensor resolution of the K-01 (16MP) and the W650 (16MP) is fairly comparable but the K-01 (APS-C) and W650 (1/2.3") possess totally different sensor sizes.

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The K-01 was revealed 5 months after the W650 and they are of a similar generation. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Pentax K-01 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony W650 being a Compact camera.

Before we go in to a detailed comparison, below is a quick view of how the K-01 matches up against the W650 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Pentax K-01 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W650. The full galleries are viewable at Pentax K-01 Gallery and Sony W650 Gallery.

When you are aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you have to think about its weight and size. The Pentax K-01 comes with physical dimensions of 122mm x 79mm x 58mm (4.8" x 3.1" x 2.3") accompanied by a weight of 561 grams (1.24 lbs) while the Sony W650 has specifications of 94mm x 56mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") and a weight of 124 grams (0.27 lbs).

Look at the Pentax K-01 versus Sony W650 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you use during that time. Underneath is the front view sizing comparison of the K-01 versus the W650.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the K-01 and W650 is 76 and 96 respectively.

More often than not, it is very tough to see the gap in sensor sizes merely by seeing a spec sheet. The picture underneath will help provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the K-01 and W650.

Clearly, both the cameras enjoy the same exact megapixel count but not the same sensor sizes. The K-01 uses the larger sensor which should make getting bokeh easier.