Pentax K-01 vs Zeiss ZX1

The following is a complete assessment of the Pentax K-01 versus Zeiss ZX1, former is a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by brands Pentax and Zeiss. There is a considerable difference among the image resolutions of the K-01 (16MP) and ZX1 (37MP) and the K-01 (APS-C) and ZX1 (Full frame) offer different sensor measurements.

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The K-01 was introduced 7 years before the ZX1 which is a fairly large difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Pentax K-01 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Zeiss ZX1 being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before delving straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise summation of how the K-01 scores against the ZX1 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Pentax K-01 & Zeiss ZX1. The whole galleries are viewable at Pentax K-01 Gallery & Zeiss ZX1 Gallery.

If you are going to travel with your camera frequently, you'll need to factor in its weight and size. The Pentax K-01 features outside dimensions of 122mm x 79mm x 58mm (4.8" x 3.1" x 2.3") with a weight of 561 grams (1.24 lbs) whilst the Zeiss ZX1 has specifications of 142mm x 93mm x 46mm (5.6" x 3.7" x 1.8") along with a weight of 800 grams (1.76 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are working with at that moment. Here is a front view dimension comparison of the K-01 compared to the ZX1.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the K-01 and ZX1 is 76 and 67 respectively.

Usually, it is very difficult to imagine the gap in sensor dimensions purely by looking through specifications. The picture below will offer you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the K-01 and ZX1.

To sum up, each of these cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The K-01 having a smaller sensor is going to make getting bokeh harder and the Zeiss ZX1 will render greater detail using its extra 21 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The more aged K-01 will be behind in sensor technology.