| General | Pentax K-01 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GM5 |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Pentax | Panasonic |
| Model | K-01 | Lumix DMC-GM5 |
| Predecessor Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GM1 | |
| MSRP | US: $749, UK: £629, EU: €823 | $899 (w/12-32mm lens) |
| Camera Type | Interchangeable Lens | Interchangeable Lens |
| Body Type | Mirrorless | Mirrorless |
| Video Capture |
| Sensor | Pentax K-01 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GM5 |
|---|---|---|
| Sensor Type | CMOS | CMOS |
| Sensor Size | APS-C | Micro Four Thirds |
| Sensor Dimensions | 23.7 x 15.7 mm | 17.3 x 13 mm |
| Total Pixels | 16 Megapixel | 16.84 Megapixel |
| Effective Pixels | 16 Megapixel | 16 Megapixel |
| Low Pass Filter | ||
| Native ISO Range | 100 - 12,800 | 200 - 25,600 |
| Boosted ISO Range | 100 - 25,600 | 100 - 25,600 |
| Photo | Pentax K-01 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GM5 |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | Venus Engine | |
| Max Image Resolution | 4928 x 3264 | 4592 x 3448 |
| Other Resolutions | 4352 x 3264, 4224 x 2816, 4928 x 2776, 4224 x 2376, 3840 x 2880, 3456 x 2304, 3456x1944, 3264 x 3264, 3072 x 2304, 2880 x 2880, 2688 x 1792, 2688 x 1512, 2304 x 2304, 2304 x 1728, 1728 x 1728 | 4592 x 3064, 4592 x 2584, 3424 x 3424, 3232 x 2424, 3232 x 2160, 3840 x 2160, 2416 x 2416, 2272 x 1704, 2272 x 1520, 1920 x 1080, 1712 x 1712, 1824 x 1368, 1824 x 1216, 1824 x 1024 |
| Image Aspect Ratios | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2, 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2, 16:9 |
| JPEG Quality Levels | Good, Better, Best | Fine, Standard |
| Bit Depth | 8-Bit | |
| Timelapse Recording | ||
| WB Bracketing | 3 frames in either blue/amber or magenta/green axis |
| Focus | Pentax K-01 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GM5 |
|---|---|---|
| Autofocus Modes | Multi-area Single Continuous Face Detection Live View | Multi-area Center Selective single-point Tracking Single Continuous Touch Face Detection Live View |
| Lens Servo | Single-Servo AF, Manual Focus, | Continuous-Servo AF, Manual Focus, Single-Servo AF |
| Number of Focus Points | 81 | 23 |
| Number of Cross-type Focus Points | 0 | |
| Touch-to-Focus | ||
| Live View Autofocus | ||
| Animal Eye Detection | ||
| Vehicle Tracking Mode | ||
| Insect Tracking Mode | ||
| Contrast Detection for Autofocus | ||
| Phase Detection for Autofocus |
| Optics | Pentax K-01 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GM5 |
|---|---|---|
| Lens Mount | Pentax KAF2 | Micro Four Thirds |
| Crop Factor | 1.5x | 2x |
| Image Stabilization | Sensor Shift | |
| Digital Image Stabilization |
| Screen | Pentax K-01 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GM5 |
|---|---|---|
| Screen Type | Fixed | Fixed |
| Screen Technology | TFT LCD | TFT-LCD |
| Touch Screen | ||
| Screen Size | 3.0" | 3.0" |
| Screen Resolution | 921k dot | 921k dot |
| Top LCD Screen | ||
| Live View | ||
| Live Composition |
| Viewfinder | Pentax K-01 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GM5 |
|---|---|---|
| Viewfinder | Electronic | |
| Viewfinder Coverage | 100% | |
| Viewfinder Magnification | 0.92x | |
| Viewfinder Magnification (35mm equivalent) | 0.46x | |
| Viewfinder Resolution | 1,166k dot | |
| Viewfinder Eyepoint | 17.5 mm | |
| Diopter Adjustment | -4 to +4 |
| Shutter | Pentax K-01 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GM5 |
|---|---|---|
| Min Shutter Speed | 30 sec | 60 sec |
| Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) | 1/4000 sec | 1/500 sec |
| Max Shutter Speed (Electronic) | 1/16000 sec | |
| Max Continuous Shooting | 6.0 fps | 5.8 fps |
| Flash | Pentax K-01 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GM5 |
|---|---|---|
| Built-in Flash | ||
| Flash Modes | Auto On Off Red-eye Slow-speed Sync Trailing Curtain Sync | Auto auto w/redeye reduction on on w/redeye reduction slow sync slow sync w/redeye reduction off |
| Flash Range | 12.00 m at ISO 100 | |
| Max Flash Sync Speed | 1/180 sec | |
| External Flash Connectivity | ||
| External Flash Connection | Hot Shoe | Hot Shoe |
| Exposure | Pentax K-01 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GM5 |
|---|---|---|
| Exposure Metering Modes | Multi Center-weighted Spot | Multi Center-weighted Spot |
| Exposure Compensation | ±3 EV (1/2 EV increments) | ±5 EV (1/3 EV increments) |
| Exposure Bracketing | (3 shots at 1/2 EV increments) | ±3 EV (3, 5, 7 shots at 1/3 EV, 2/3 EV, 1 EV increments) |
| DXO | Pentax K-01 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GM5 |
|---|---|---|
| DxO Low Light ISO | 1135 | 721 |
| DxO Color Depth | 23.7 | 22.1 |
| DxO Dynamic Range | 12.9 | 11.7 |
| DxO Overall Score | 79 | 66 |
| Video | Pentax K-01 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GM5 |
|---|---|---|
| Video Formats | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
| Max Video Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 1920 x 1080 |
| Unlimited Video Recording | ||
| Recording Limit | 25 min | 30 min |
| Terminals | Pentax K-01 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GM5 |
|---|---|---|
| USB Speed | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| HDMI Output | Mini Type C | Micro |
| Speaker | Mono | Mono |
| Built-in Microphone | Stereo | Stereo |
| Microphone Input | ||
| Headphone Output | ||
| Flash Sync Port |
| Connectivity | Pentax K-01 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GM5 |
|---|---|---|
| Built-in GPS | ||
| Built-In Wi-Fi | ||
| Wi-Fi Version | 802.11b/g/n, 2.4 GHz | |
| Built-In Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| Remote Control | Optional IR |
| Environmental | Pentax K-01 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GM5 |
|---|---|---|
| Environmental Sealing |
| Physical | Pentax K-01 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GM5 |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | 122 x 79 x 58 mm (4.8 x 3.11 x 2.28") | 99 x 60 x 36 mm (3.9 x 2.36 x 1.42") |
| Weight (inc. batteries) | 561 g (1.24 lb / 19.79 oz) | 211 g (0.47 lb / 7.44 oz) |
| Box Dimensions (LxWxH) | 8.7 x 6 x 5.1" | 7.6 x 5.7 x 4.1" |
| Package Weight | 1.55 lb |
| Power and Storage | Pentax K-01 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GM5 |
|---|---|---|
| Battery Pack | D-LI90 | DMW-BLH7 |
| Battery Life | 540 shots | 220 shots |
| Internal Storage | ||
| External Storage | Single Slot: SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I) | Single Slot: SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I) |
| Other | Pentax K-01 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GM5 |
|---|---|---|
| Self Timer | 2 or 12 sec | 2 or 10 sec, 10 sec 3 images |
| Orientation Sensor | ||
| Electronic Level Gauge |
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