Leica M Typ 262 vs Pentax K10D

Here is a detailed review of the Leica M Typ 262 and Pentax K10D, former being a Pro Mirrorless while the other is a Advanced DSLR by competitors Leica and Pentax. There is a noticeable difference between the image resolutions of the M Typ 262 (24MP) and K10D (10MP) and the M Typ 262 (Full frame) and K10D (APS-C) enjoy different sensor measurements.

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The M Typ 262 was launched 9 years later than the K10D and that is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Leica M Typ 262 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Pentax K10D being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before delving through a detailed comparison, below is a brief summation of how the M Typ 262 scores versus the K10D for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Leica M Typ 262 & Pentax K10D. The complete galleries are provided at Leica M Typ 262 Gallery & Pentax K10D Gallery.

If you're intending to carry your camera, you'll have to think about its weight and proportions. The Leica M Typ 262 enjoys outside dimensions of 139mm x 80mm x 42mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 1.7") with a weight of 600 grams (1.32 lbs) and the Pentax K10D has measurements of 142mm x 101mm x 70mm (5.6" x 4.0" x 2.8") along with a weight of 793 grams (1.75 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are using at that moment. Below is the front view sizing comparison of the M Typ 262 compared to the K10D.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the M Typ 262 and K10D is 77 and 59 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very tough to imagine the contrast between sensor sizing just by reviewing specs. The photograph here should provide you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the M Typ 262 and K10D.

All in all, both of the cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The M Typ 262 featuring a larger sensor is going to make shooting shallower DOF less difficult and the Leica M Typ 262 will offer you extra detail utilizing its extra 14 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop pics a little more aggressively. The more recent M Typ 262 provides an advantage in sensor tech.