Pentax K-1 vs Fujifilm X-T5

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Pentax K-1 vs Fujifilm X-T5

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35mm 861.6mm²
36.4 megapixels
ISO 100 - 204,800

Go in depth with our full Pentax K-1 Review.
How does it shoot? Pentax K-1 in the real world.
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Compare Pentax K-1 image quality against competitors.
What’s the bottom line? Read our Pentax K-1 conclusion.

APS-C 366.6mm²
40.2 megapixels
ISO 125 - 12,800

Go in depth with our full Fujifilm X-T5 Review.
See real-world photos taken with the X-T5.

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Differences

Pentax K-1 advantages over Fujifilm X-T5

Lens selection
Excellent vs Good
Better lens selection gives you more options
Larger sensor
35mm vs APS-C
More sensor area. Bigger is (generally) better.
Bigger pixels
~ 4.88 vs 3.04 microns
Better low-light and dynamic range (all else equal)
High resolution composite
Yes vs No
Combine multiple shots to form a super hi-res version
Built-in GPS
GPS vs None
Geotag your photos
Top deck display
Yes vs No
Check settings with a screen on top of the camera
Higher extended ISO
204800 vs 51200 ISO
Higher extended ISO can give more low-light flexibility

Fujifilm X-T5 advantages over Pentax K-1

Tilt-swivel screen
Tilt-swivel vs tilt-only
Tilt and swivel the screen for maximum shooting flexibility
Shoot 4K video
No vs 1080p
Make sure you have a fast computer
Touchscreen
Touch vs No touch
Interact with your camera just like your smartphone
In-camera panoramas
Yes vs No
Stitches multiple shots into a panoramic photo
Built-in Bluetooth
Yes vs No
Always-on wireless connectivity
On-sensor phase detect
Yes vs No
Usually improves live view and video AF performance
Thinner
63 mm vs 85 mm
Thinner
Lighter weight
557g vs 1015g
Lighter weight
Higher-res screen
613k vs 346k pixels
More detail on the screen lets you judge focus and composition
Longer exposure
3600 vs 30 sec
Long exposures for night shots
Faster JPEG shooting
20.0 fps vs 4.6 fps
Faster JPEG shooting (burst mode)
Slow-motion videos
Yes vs No
Shoot slow-motion videos
Faster shutter
1/180000 vs 1/8000 sec
Shoot wide open in bright light

Similarities

Common Strengths

Focus peaking
Both provide
Your camera will highlight what's in focus
Eye-level viewfinder
Both provide
You'll be able to frame photos even when the sun is out
In-Camera Image Stabilization
Both provide
Reduces the effects of camera shake at slower shutter speeds
Built-in Wi-Fi
Both provide
Share your photos wirelessly
External Mic Jack
Both provide
Improved sound fidelity when shooting video
HDMI out
Both provide
Use HDMI output to monitor or review video
Hot shoe
Both provide
Off-camera flashes open new possibilities
Dual card slots
Both provide
Gives you more storage flexibility
Headphone jack
Both provide
Monitor audio recording while you shoot video
Bulb shutter
Both provide
Hold the shutter open manually for long exposures

Common Weaknesses

NFC
Neither provide
Simplifies pairing your camera with supported phones
Internal flash
Neither provide
Useful in a pinch for fill flash

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Review Excerpt

Unlocks the full potential of full-frame Pentax lenses; Excellent image quality; Great ergonomics and build; Very compact for full-frame; Decent performance; Fast autofocus with great low-light capabilities; Very wide sensitivity range; Bright, accurate viewfinder; Articulated LCD; Stabilization, Wi-Fi and GPS in-camera
No built-in flash strobe; Quite heavy compared to APS-C flagships; Somewhat soft images and blown highlights by default in JPEG mode; Warm Auto white balance indoors; Slow startup and buffer clearing; Small top-deck status display; Weak viewfinder illumination; Below-average battery life for DSLR
Read our Pentax K-1 Review

We haven’t finished our review of the Fujifilm X-T5, but we have extensive sample photos and a hands-on report.
Read our Fujifilm X-T5 Shooter's Report

The Competition

Compared to Nikon D810

Pentax K-1

Nikon D810

$1800
35mm

Focus peaking
In-Camera Image Stabilization

$2291
35mm

Fast startup
Longer stills battery life

Compare Pentax K-1 vs Nikon D810

Fujifilm X-T5

Nikon D810

$1700
APS-C

Tilt-swivel screen
Focus peaking

$2291
35mm

Lens selection
Larger sensor

Compare Fujifilm X-T5 vs Nikon D810

Compared to Canon 5DS

Pentax K-1

Canon 5DS

$1800
35mm

Focus peaking
In-Camera Image Stabilization

$1549
35mm

Fast startup
More cross-type AF points

Compare Pentax K-1 vs Canon 5DS

Fujifilm X-T5

Canon 5DS

$1700
APS-C

Tilt-swivel screen
Focus peaking

$1549
35mm

Lens selection
Larger sensor

Compare Fujifilm X-T5 vs Canon 5DS

Compared to Canon 5DS R

Pentax K-1

Canon 5DS R

$1800
35mm

Focus peaking
In-Camera Image Stabilization

$1499
35mm

Fast startup
More cross-type AF points

Compare Pentax K-1 vs Canon 5DS R

Fujifilm X-T5

Canon 5DS R

$1700
APS-C

Tilt-swivel screen
Focus peaking

$1499
35mm

Lens selection
Larger sensor

Compare Fujifilm X-T5 vs Canon 5DS R

Compared to Canon 5D Mark IV

Pentax K-1

Canon 5D Mark IV

$1800
35mm

Focus peaking
In-Camera Image Stabilization

$2349
35mm

Shoot 4K video
Touchscreen

Compare Pentax K-1 vs Canon 5D Mark IV

Fujifilm X-T5

Canon 5D Mark IV

$1700
APS-C

Focus peaking
Tilt-swivel screen

$2349
35mm

Lens selection
Larger sensor

Compare Fujifilm X-T5 vs Canon 5D Mark IV

Compared to Pentax K-1 II

Pentax K-1

Pentax K-1 II

$1800
35mm

$1747
35mm

Higher extended ISO

Compare Pentax K-1 vs Pentax K-1 II

Fujifilm X-T5

Pentax K-1 II

$1700
APS-C

Tilt-swivel screen
Shoot 4K video

$1747
35mm

Lens selection
Larger sensor

Compare Fujifilm X-T5 vs Pentax K-1 II

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