Pentax K-01 vs Sony WX30

Here, we will be matching up the Pentax K-01 vs Sony WX30, former being a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Pentax and Sony. The image resolution of the K-01 (16MP) and the WX30 (16MP) is pretty well matched but the K-01 (APS-C) and WX30 (1/2.3") posses different sensor sizing.

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The K-01 was brought out 11 months later than the WX30 which means that they are both of a similar age. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Pentax K-01 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony WX30 being a Compact camera.

Before going into a in depth comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the K-01 grades against the WX30 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Pentax K-01 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX30. The entire galleries are viewable at Pentax K-01 Gallery & Sony WX30 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to carry your camera regularly, you have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Pentax K-01 has got exterior 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) and the Sony WX30 has proportions of 92mm x 52mm x 19mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.7") and a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs).

Take a look at the Pentax K-01 vs Sony WX30 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are working with at that time. The following is a front view physical size comparison of the K-01 versus the WX30.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the K-01 and WX30 is 76 and 96 respectively.

Generally, it is very hard to visualize the gap between sensor sizing purely by looking at specs. The photograph below will help offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the K-01 and WX30.

As you can plainly see, the two cameras come with the identical MP albeit different sensor sizing. The K-01 has got the bigger sensor which is going to make getting shallower depth of field simpler. The newer K-01 provides an advantage in sensor tech.