Canon 60D vs Pentax K10D
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Canon 60D vs Pentax K10D Key Specs
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- 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
- Released December 2006
- Updated by Pentax K20D

Canon 60D vs Pentax K10D Overview
Its time to look a little more in depth at the Canon 60D vs Pentax K10D, both Advanced DSLR cameras by manufacturers Canon and Pentax. There is a crucial difference among the sensor resolutions of the 60D (18MP) and K10D (10MP) but both cameras boast the same sensor sizes (APS-C).

The 60D was released 3 years after the K10D which is a fairly serious gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Mid-size SLR).
Before delving into a in depth comparison, here is a concise summary of how the 60D matches up against the K10D in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Canon 60D vs Pentax K10D Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon EOS 60D and Pentax K10D. The complete galleries are available at Canon 60D Gallery and Pentax K10D Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon 60D over the Pentax K10D
60D | K10D | |||
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Released | November 2010 | ![]() | December 2006 | Newer by 48 months |
Display type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Fixed | Fully Articulating display |
Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.5") |
Display resolution | 1040k | ![]() | 210k | Clearer display (+830k dot) |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Take selfies |
Reasons to pick Pentax K10D over the Canon 60D
K10D | 60D |
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Common features in the Canon 60D and Pentax K10D
60D | K10D | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Very precise focusing | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Neither features Touch friendly display |
Canon 60D vs Pentax K10D Physical Comparison
For those who are going to travel with your camera, you will want to think about its weight and proportions. The Canon 60D enjoys exterior measurements of 145mm x 106mm x 79mm (5.7" x 4.2" x 3.1") along with a weight of 755 grams (1.66 lbs) whilst the Pentax K10D has measurements of 142mm x 101mm x 70mm (5.6" x 4.0" x 2.8") and a weight of 793 grams (1.75 lbs).
Analyze the Canon 60D vs Pentax K10D in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you choose at the time. Here is a front view physical size comparison of the 60D versus the K10D.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the 60D and K10D is 59 and 59 respectively.

Canon 60D vs Pentax K10D Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it can be tough to see the contrast in sensor dimensions merely by going through specs. The picture below will provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the 60D and K10D.
All in all, both of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same MP. You should expect to see the Canon 60D to show extra detail as a result of its extra 8 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop photos a bit more aggressively. The younger 60D is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.

Canon 60D vs Pentax K10D Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon 60D vs Pentax K10D Specifications
Canon EOS 60D | Pentax K10D | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Canon | Pentax |
Model type | Canon EOS 60D | Pentax K10D |
Type | Advanced DSLR | Advanced DSLR |
Released | 2010-11-10 | 2006-12-15 |
Physical type | Mid-size SLR | Mid-size SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Digic 4 | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 22.3 x 14.9mm | 23.5 x 15.7mm |
Sensor area | 332.3mm² | 369.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 18MP | 10MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 |
Full resolution | 5184 x 3456 | 3872 x 2592 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 1600 |
Max boosted ISO | 12800 | - |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | 11 |
Cross type focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Canon EF/EF-S | Pentax KAF2 |
Total lenses | 326 | 151 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.6 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fully Articulated | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inch | 2.5 inch |
Display resolution | 1,040k dots | 210k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Display tech | Clear View TFT color LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (pentaprism) | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder coverage | 96 percent | 95 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.6x | 0.64x |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/8000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 5.0 frames per sec | 3.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 13.00 m | - |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Auto Red Eye |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Highest flash synchronize | 1/250 secs | 1/180 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (29.97, 25, 23.976 fps), 1280 x 720 (59.94, 50 fps), 640 x 480 (59.94, 50 fps) | - |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | None |
Video format | H.264 | - |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 755 gr (1.66 lb) | 793 gr (1.75 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 145 x 106 x 79mm (5.7" x 4.2" x 3.1") | 142 x 101 x 70mm (5.6" x 4.0" x 2.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | 66 | 66 |
DXO Color Depth rating | 22.2 | 22.7 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 11.5 | 11.6 |
DXO Low light rating | 813 | 522 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 1100 shots | - |
Battery type | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | LP-E6 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, remote) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/MMC/SDHC card |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Retail price | $899 | $700 |