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103 Reviews
Average score from experts who have reviewed this product.
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23 Reviews
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The editors liked
Fullframe 36Mp sensor
Pixel Shift Resolution system
Robust
Weatherproof build
The K5
From which the K01 is derived
Is an excellent camera
So the fundamentals of the K01 are fine. Colour and exposure are good.
Brilliant image quality
Full K-mount lens system support
Good image quality
Compatible with Kmount lenses
Good build quality
Wide viewing angle LCD
Excellent image quality. Love-it or hate-it design. The 40mm pancake lens is ridiculously slim. Can use old Pentax K-mount lenses without an adapter
The editors didn't like
Dated looking menu
The kit lens autofocus is slow
Noisy and imprecise. Images are soft. This may be attributable to the kit lens or it could be because of the change from phase detection auto focus in the K5 to contrast detection in the K01. Other makers get better perform
Bulky and heavy
Slow and noisy autofocus
$799 (body)
$849 (40mm F2.8 XS lens)
$849 (DAL18-55mm lens)
Slow autofocus
Delay on shutter
Card door flops open
Odd placement of some controls
Frustrating autofocus issues. Might be too chunky for some people's hands. Video quality not up to par
While the K-01 merits an Editor's Choice nomination for its imaging performance, the sluggish AF system in the review camera prevents us from recommending it wholeheartedly. We hope this flaw – and the body design faults we've identified – will be correct...
Published: 2016-02-19, Author: Paul , review by: dxomark.com
Abstract: Since the development of a Pentax 35mm-format full-frame DSLR was announced at the CP+ 2015 show, K-mount enthusiasts have been eagerly awaiting the specs. They've had to be patient, but a year on, the new Pentax K-1 DSLR is finally here and boasts some i...
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Published: 2016-02-17, Author: Jim , review by: pcmag.com
36-megapixel full-frame image sensor, Innovative controls and features, Bright optical viewfinder, Articulated rear display, 33-point focus system, 5-axis in-body image stabilization, GPS with Astrotracer, Wi-Fi with NFC, Weather-sealed design, Vertical s
Video limited to 1080p at 30fps, Omits in-camera flash
The Pentax K-1 is the company's first full-frame D-SLR. It includes some innovative features, but time (and testing) are required to see if it's a top performer...
Published: 2016-02-17, Author: Richard , review by: dpreview.com
Landscape photography, Full Frame DSLR buyers on a budget, still life and macro photographers, existing Pentax shooters
Excellent image quality and dynamic range, High resolution imaging capabilities (Pixel Shift Resolution), Extensive control over JPEG settings, Well designed ergonomics, handling and a large, useful LCD screen, Unique and innovative external LED lighting,
The Pentax K-1 is a 36MP fully weather sealed, image stabilized full-frame DSLR that offers an enormous amount of features at a bargain price. Although the autofocus system fails to catch up with some of its peers the image quality that the K-1 offers is...
Published: 2013-02-13, Author: Andrew , review by: examiner.com
Abstract: Now, thanks to the mind of industrial designer Marc Newson, Pentax's latest mirrorless camera really epitomizes the word “hybrid”.To look at it, you will notice its unique boxy design. It is easy to hold. Whether you have a large or small set of hands, it...
Abstract: “Halfway through any work, one is often tempted to go off on a tangent... Finally, you would only produce something hybrid.”—Barbara Hepworth The Pentax K-01 belongs to a class of cameras generally known as “mirrorless”—Pentax calls it a hybrid—that ...
More sophisticated than its toy-like appearance, 16-megapixel APS-C sensor, K-mount accepts large library of lenses
Polarizing design, Photos and videos not as good as cheaper competition, Bulky, no hand grip, Poor AF system
We'll give Pentax K-01 a passing grade — but just barely. Given the right circumstances, it grabs very nice stills. However, there are just too many negative issues. You have far better options at more palatable prices. Highs More sophisticated than ...
Premium build quality with metal dials, Generally very good image quality, Excellent high ISO performance, very flexible noise reduction options, Excellent pancake kit lens, very compact, Very good flash range, Very good battery life, Compatible with a...
Barely any smaller than an SLR with optical viewfinder, No option for an electronic viewfinder, Body design is uncomfortable in hand, some controls are poorly positioned, Rubber flash / connector compartment door easily bumped open, is tricky to close,...
With the Pentax K-01, the company treads new ground. It's a bold move, making Pentax the only manufacturer to offer two distinct mirrorless product lines, and the only one to offer a way to use existing SLR glass on mirrorless without an adapter. We ca...
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Published: 2012-06-25, Author: Jeremy , review by: camcorderinfo.com
Thanks to its large image sensor and quality kit lens, it was easy to shoot good video with the Pentax K-01. But we seem to say that about nearly all video-capable DSLRs and interchangeable lens system cameras these days, so in that aspect the K...
