Canon 7D vs Pentax K10D

In this write-up, we are evaluating the Canon 7D and Pentax K10D, both Advanced DSLR digital cameras by companies Canon and Pentax. There is a sizable difference between the resolutions of the 7D (18MP) and K10D (10MP) but they use the same exact sensor measurements (APS-C).

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The 7D was revealed 2 years later than the K10D and that is quite a significant difference as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Mid-size SLR).

Before going in to a complete comparison, below is a quick view of how the 7D scores vs the K10D in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon EOS 7D & Pentax K10D. The full galleries are available at Canon 7D Gallery & Pentax K10D Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to lug around your camera regularly, you will need to think about its weight and measurements. The Canon 7D features outer measurements of 148mm x 111mm x 74mm (5.8" x 4.4" x 2.9") along with a weight of 860 grams (1.90 lbs) and the Pentax K10D has proportions of 142mm x 101mm x 70mm (5.6" x 4.0" x 2.8") having a weight of 793 grams (1.75 lbs).

Look at the Canon 7D and Pentax K10D in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you choose during that time. Underneath is the front view size comparison of the 7D versus the K10D.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the 7D and K10D is 56 and 59 respectively.

Often, it's tough to visualise the contrast between sensor measurements purely by reading specifications. The photograph underneath should provide you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the 7D and K10D.

Plainly, both of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same megapixels. You can expect to see the Canon 7D to offer you extra detail because of its extra 8MP. Greater resolution will help you crop pics a little more aggressively. The younger 7D will have an advantage in sensor tech.