Pentax K-01 vs Sony W690

In this article, we will be comparing the Pentax K-01 vs Sony W690, former being a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Pentax and Sony. The image resolution of the K-01 (16MP) and the W690 (16MP) is pretty comparable but the K-01 (APS-C) and W690 (1/2.3") enjoy different sensor dimensions.

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The K-01 was announced 4 months later than the W690 so they are both of a similar age. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Pentax K-01 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony W690 being a Compact camera.

Before getting straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a brief highlight of how the K-01 grades against the W690 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Pentax K-01 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W690. The whole galleries are viewable at Pentax K-01 Gallery & Sony W690 Gallery.

When you are intending to lug around your camera often, you will want to consider its weight and measurements. The Pentax K-01 enjoys outside measurements of 122mm x 79mm x 58mm (4.8" x 3.1" x 2.3") having a weight of 561 grams (1.24 lbs) and the Sony W690 has proportions of 94mm x 56mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") along with a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you choose at the time. Underneath is the front view proportions comparison of the K-01 and the W690.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the K-01 and W690 is 76 and 95 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very tough to visualize the gap in sensor measurements just by seeing technical specs. The visual underneath will help offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the K-01 and W690.

As you can tell, each of these cameras offer the same exact MP albeit different sensor measurements. The K-01 features the bigger sensor which will make getting shallow depth of field less difficult.