Pentax K-1 II vs Fujifilm X100V

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Pentax K-1 II vs Fujifilm X100V

35mm 861.6mm²
36.4 megapixels
ISO 100 - 819,200

Go in depth with our full Pentax K-1 II Review.
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What’s the bottom line? Read our Pentax K-1 II conclusion.

APS-C 366.6mm²
26.1 megapixels
35.00mm (35mm eq.)

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Differences

Pentax K-1 II advantages over Fujifilm X100V

Larger sensor
35mm vs APS-C
More sensor area. Bigger is (generally) better.
In-Camera Image Stabilization
Yes vs No
Reduces the effects of camera shake at slower shutter speeds
Bigger pixels
~ 4.88 vs 3.77 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
More pixels
36.4 vs 26.1 megapixels
Higher resolution photos
Dual card slots
Yes vs No
Gives you more storage flexibility
Headphone jack
Yes vs No
Monitor audio recording while you shoot video
Higher extended ISO
819200 vs 51200 ISO
Higher extended ISO can give more low-light flexibility

Fujifilm X100V advantages over Pentax K-1 II

Less expensive
$1399* vs $1997
Save money for lenses or accessories
Shoot 4K video
4K (DCI) 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
Internal flash
Internal flash vs None
Useful in a pinch for fill flash
Integrated ND filter
Yes vs No
Shoot in daylight with a large aperture or slow shutter
Thinner
53 mm vs 85 mm
Thinner
Higher max flash sync
1/2000 vs 1/200 sec
Reduce the effect of ambient light in flash shots
Newer
4 years vs 6 years old
Newer cameras often support more advanced features
Lighter weight
478g vs 1010g
Lighter weight
Higher-res screen
540k vs 346k pixels
More detail on the screen lets you judge focus and composition
Longer exposure
900 vs 30 sec
Long exposures for night shots
Slow-motion videos
Yes vs No
Shoot slow-motion videos
Faster shutter
1/32000 vs 1/8000 sec
Shoot wide open in bright light

Similarities

Common Strengths

Rear display
Both provide
Review photos on the back of the camera
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
Tiltable Screen
Both provide
Tilt the screen for shooting flexbility
RAW file ability
Both provide
Gives you more flexibility to develop your photos later
Built-in Wi-Fi
Both provide
Share your photos wirelessly
Manual focus
Both provide
AF is for the weak. Real photographers focus manually.
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
Bulb shutter
Both provide
Hold the shutter open manually for long exposures

Common Weaknesses

Tilt-swivel screen
Neither provide
Tilt and swivel the screen for maximum shooting flexibility
NFC
Neither provide
Simplifies pairing your camera with supported phones

User reviews

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Review Excerpt

Excellent build and comfortable handling; Bright, roomy viewfinder and articulated LCD; Great image quality; Good performance for the class; In-camera stabilization, GPS and Wi-Fi; Incredibly feature-rich design.
Bulkier than APS-C DSLRs; Top ISOs are for the spec sheet, not the real world; JPEGs are a bit punchy by default; Slow startup; Below-average battery life; Only a relatively modest update to the K-1.
Read our Pentax K-1 II Review

We haven’t finished our review of the Fujifilm X100V, but we have extensive sample photos and a hands-on report.
Read our Fujifilm X100V Shooter's Report

The Competition

Compared to Fujifilm X100T

Pentax K-1 II

Fujifilm X100T

$1747
35mm

Larger sensor
In-Camera Image Stabilization

$1299
APS-C

Less expensive
In-camera panoramas

Compare Pentax K-1 II vs Fujifilm X100T

Fujifilm X100V

Fujifilm X100T

$1399
APS-C

Shoot 4K video
Touchscreen

$1299
APS-C

Bigger pixels

Compare Fujifilm X100V vs Fujifilm X100T

Compared to Pentax K-1

Pentax K-1 II

Pentax K-1

$1747
35mm

Higher extended ISO

$1800
35mm

Compare Pentax K-1 II vs Pentax K-1

Fujifilm X100V

Pentax K-1

$1399
APS-C

Shoot 4K video
Touchscreen

$1800
35mm

Larger sensor
In-Camera Image Stabilization

Compare Fujifilm X100V vs Pentax K-1

Compared to Canon 5D Mark IV

Pentax K-1 II

Canon 5D Mark IV

$1747
35mm

Less expensive
Focus peaking

$2499
35mm

Shoot 4K video
Touchscreen

Compare Pentax K-1 II vs Canon 5D Mark IV

Fujifilm X100V

Canon 5D Mark IV

$1399
APS-C

Focus peaking
Less expensive

$2499
35mm

Larger sensor
Bigger pixels

Compare Fujifilm X100V vs Canon 5D Mark IV

Compared to Fujifilm X100F

Pentax K-1 II

Fujifilm X100F

$1747
35mm

Larger sensor
In-Camera Image Stabilization

$899
APS-C

Less expensive
In-camera panoramas

Compare Pentax K-1 II vs Fujifilm X100F

Fujifilm X100V

Fujifilm X100F

$1399
APS-C

Shoot 4K video
Touchscreen

$899
APS-C

Less expensive
Longer video battery life

Compare Fujifilm X100V vs Fujifilm X100F

Compared to Nikon D850

Pentax K-1 II

Nikon D850

$1747
35mm

Less expensive
In-Camera Image Stabilization

$2664
35mm

Shoot 4K video
Touchscreen

Compare Pentax K-1 II vs Nikon D850

Fujifilm X100V

Nikon D850

$1399
APS-C

Less expensive
In-camera panoramas

$2664
35mm

Larger sensor
Bigger pixels

Compare Fujifilm X100V vs Nikon D850

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