Canon 30D vs Pentax K10D
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Canon 30D vs Pentax K10D Key Specs
(Full Review)
(Full Review)
- 10MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- No Video
- Pentax KAF2 Mount
- 793g - 142 x 101 x 70mm
- Launched December 2006
- Replacement is Pentax K20D

Canon 30D vs Pentax K10D Overview
Lets take a more detailed look at the Canon 30D versus Pentax K10D, both Advanced DSLR cameras by rivals Canon and Pentax. The image resolution of the 30D (8MP) and the K10D (10MP) is fairly comparable and both cameras offer the identical sensor dimensions (APS-C).

The 30D was launched 8 months earlier than the K10D which means that they are both of a similar generation. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Mid-size SLR).
Before diving into a full comparison, here is a quick view of how the 30D scores vs the K10D in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Canon 30D vs Pentax K10D Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon EOS 30D and Pentax K10D. The complete galleries are provided at Canon 30D Gallery and Pentax K10D Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon 30D over the Pentax K10D
30D | K10D | |||
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Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 210k | Sharper display (+20k dot) |
Reasons to pick Pentax K10D over the Canon 30D
K10D | 30D | |||
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Launched | December 2006 | ![]() | April 2006 | Fresher by 8 months |
Common features in the Canon 30D and Pentax K10D
30D | K10D | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Dial accurate focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display size | 2.5" | ![]() | 2.5" | Same display sizing |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Neither contains Touch friendly display |
Canon 30D vs Pentax K10D Physical Comparison
For anybody who is aiming to carry your camera, you'll need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Canon 30D has got external measurements of 144mm x 106mm x 74mm (5.7" x 4.2" x 2.9") having a weight of 784 grams (1.73 lbs) and the Pentax K10D has dimensions of 142mm x 101mm x 70mm (5.6" x 4.0" x 2.8") along with a weight of 793 grams (1.75 lbs).
Take a look at the Canon 30D versus Pentax K10D in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are utilising at that time. Underneath is a front view scale comparison of the 30D compared to the K10D.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the 30D and K10D is 58 and 59 respectively.

Canon 30D vs Pentax K10D Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is difficult to visualise the contrast in sensor sizing simply by checking out a spec sheet. The graphic here should provide you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the 30D and K10D.
As you can see, both of these cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same resolution. You should anticipate the Pentax K10D to show more detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The older 30D will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.

Canon 30D vs Pentax K10D Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon 30D vs Pentax K10D Specifications
Canon EOS 30D | Pentax K10D | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Canon | Pentax |
Model type | Canon EOS 30D | Pentax K10D |
Class | Advanced DSLR | Advanced DSLR |
Launched | 2006-04-04 | 2006-12-15 |
Body design | Mid-size SLR | Mid-size SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 22.5 x 15mm | 23.5 x 15.7mm |
Sensor area | 337.5mm² | 369.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 8MP | 10MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 3:2 |
Maximum resolution | 3504 x 2336 | 3872 x 2592 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Maximum boosted ISO | 3200 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Canon EF/EF-S | Pentax KAF2 |
Available lenses | 326 | 151 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.6 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.5" | 2.5" |
Screen resolution | 230 thousand dot | 210 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Optical (pentaprism) | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder coverage | 95% | 95% |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.56x | 0.64x |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/8000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 5.0 frames per second | 3.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 12.00 m (ISO 100) | - |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Red-eye reduction, Off | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Auto Red Eye |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Highest flash sync | 1/250 secs | 1/180 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Maximum video resolution | None | None |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 784 grams (1.73 lb) | 793 grams (1.75 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 144 x 106 x 74mm (5.7" x 4.2" x 2.9") | 142 x 101 x 70mm (5.6" x 4.0" x 2.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | 59 | 66 |
DXO Color Depth rating | 21.5 | 22.7 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 10.8 | 11.6 |
DXO Low light rating | 736 | 522 |
Other | ||
Self timer | Yes (10 sec (2 sec with mirror lock-up)) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | Compact Flash (Type I or II) | SD/MMC/SDHC card |
Storage slots | One | One |
Launch pricing | $773 | $700 |