Nikon D600 vs Pentax K10D
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Nikon D600 vs Pentax K10D Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 24MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400 (Push to 25600)
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Nikon F Mount
- 850g - 141 x 113 x 82mm
- Revealed November 2012
- Previous Model is Nikon D300S
- Successor is Nikon D610
(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
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Below, we are looking at the Nikon D600 and Pentax K10D, both Advanced DSLR digital cameras by rivals Nikon and Pentax. There exists a big gap between the resolutions of the D600 (24MP) and K10D (10MP) and the D600 (Full frame) and K10D (APS-C) come with totally different sensor sizing.
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe D600 was manufactured 6 years after the K10D which is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Mid-size SLR).
Before going in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a concise view of how the D600 scores against the K10D for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Photography Glossary Nikon D600 vs Pentax K10D Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon D600 and Pentax K10D. The entire galleries are viewable at Nikon D600 Gallery and Pentax K10D Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon D600 over the Pentax K10D
| D600 | K10D | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launched | November 2012 |  | December 2006 | More modern by 72 months |
| Display dimension | 3.2" |  | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.7") |
| Display resolution | 921k |  | 210k | Sharper display (+711k dot) |
Reasons to pick Pentax K10D over the Nikon D600
| K10D | D600 |
|---|
Common features in the Nikon D600 and Pentax K10D
| D600 | K10D | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Focus manually |  | More accurate focusing | ||
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Selfie screen |  | Lacking selfie screen | ||
| Touch display |  | Lacking Touch display |
Nikon D600 vs Pentax K10D Physical Comparison
If you are planning to carry around your camera often, you will need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Nikon D600 comes with physical dimensions of 141mm x 113mm x 82mm (5.6" x 4.4" x 3.2") with a weight of 850 grams (1.87 lbs) whilst the Pentax K10D has proportions 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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Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have chosen at that moment. The following is the front view dimensions comparison of the D600 and the K10D.
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the D600 and K10D is 56 and 59 respectively.
Nikon D600 vs Pentax K10D Sensor Comparison
Normally, it can be tough to see the gap between sensor sizes simply by reviewing technical specs. The pic underneath should give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the D600 and K10D.
As you can tell, the 2 cameras posses different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The D600 because of its larger sensor will make getting shallow DOF easier and the Nikon D600 will offer extra detail due to its extra 14 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop images somewhat more aggressively. The more modern D600 will have an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.
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Nikon D600 vs Pentax K10D Specifications
| Nikon D600 | Pentax K10D | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Make | Nikon | Pentax |
| Model | Nikon D600 | Pentax K10D |
| Category | Advanced DSLR | Advanced DSLR |
| Revealed | 2012-11-13 | 2006-12-15 |
| Physical type | Mid-size SLR | Mid-size SLR |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor Chip | Expeed 3 | - |
| Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
| Sensor size | Full frame | APS-C |
| Sensor measurements | 35.9 x 24mm | 23.5 x 15.7mm |
| Sensor area | 861.6mm² | 369.0mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 24 megapixels | 10 megapixels |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 3:2 |
| Full resolution | 6016 x 4016 | 3872 x 2592 |
| Max native ISO | 6400 | 1600 |
| Max boosted ISO | 25600 | - |
| Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
| RAW photos | ||
| Minimum boosted ISO | 50 | - |
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focus | ||
| Autofocus touch | ||
| Continuous autofocus | ||
| Single autofocus | ||
| Tracking autofocus | ||
| Selective autofocus | ||
| Center weighted autofocus | ||
| Autofocus multi area | ||
| Autofocus live view | ||
| Face detect autofocus | ||
| Contract detect autofocus | ||
| Phase detect autofocus | ||
| Number of focus points | 39 | 11 |
| Cross focus points | 9 | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount | Nikon F | Pentax KAF2 |
| Total lenses | 309 | 151 |
| Focal length multiplier | 1 | 1.5 |
| Screen | ||
| Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display size | 3.2 inches | 2.5 inches |
| Display resolution | 921k dots | 210k dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch screen | ||
| Display tech | TFT LCD monitor | - |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | Optical (pentaprism) | Optical (pentaprism) |
| Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 95 percent |
| Viewfinder magnification | 0.7x | 0.64x |
| Features | ||
| Lowest shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
| Highest shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
| Continuous shooting rate | 5.5 frames/s | 3.0 frames/s |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Expose Manually | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Set white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Inbuilt flash | ||
| Flash range | 12.00 m (at ISO 100) | - |
| Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow sync, Rear curtain | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Auto Red Eye |
| Hot shoe | ||
| Auto exposure bracketing | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Highest flash synchronize | 1/200 secs | 1/180 secs |
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment | ||
| Average | ||
| Spot | ||
| Partial | ||
| AF area | ||
| Center weighted | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30, 25, 24 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 50, 30, 25 fps) | - |
| Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | None |
| Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | - |
| Microphone support | ||
| Headphone support | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | Optional | None |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | Optional | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environmental sealing | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 850 gr (1.87 pounds) | 793 gr (1.75 pounds) |
| Dimensions | 141 x 113 x 82mm (5.6" x 4.4" x 3.2") | 142 x 101 x 70mm (5.6" x 4.0" x 2.8") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO All around score | 94 | 66 |
| DXO Color Depth score | 25.1 | 22.7 |
| DXO Dynamic range score | 14.2 | 11.6 |
| DXO Low light score | 2980 | 522 |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | 900 photographs | - |
| Battery style | Battery Pack | - |
| Battery model | EN-EL15 | - |
| Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
| Time lapse feature | ||
| Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC x 2 slots | SD/MMC/SDHC card |
| Card slots | 2 | Single |
| Price at launch | $1,900 | $700 |