Nikon D7100 vs Pentax K10D
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Nikon D7100 vs Pentax K10D Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3.2" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400 (Increase to 25600)
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Nikon F Mount
- 765g - 136 x 107 x 76mm
- Launched April 2013
- Succeeded the Nikon D7000
- Newer Model is Nikon D7200
(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
- Released December 2006
- Renewed by Pentax K20D

Nikon D7100 vs Pentax K10D Overview
Let's take a more detailed look at the Nikon D7100 versus Pentax K10D, both Advanced DSLR digital cameras by rivals Nikon and Pentax. There exists a big gap between the image resolutions of the D7100 (24MP) and K10D (10MP) but they enjoy the same exact sensor size (APS-C).

The D7100 was brought out 6 years after the K10D which is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Mid-size SLR).
Before getting through a complete comparison, below is a concise view of how the D7100 matches up against the K10D in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Nikon D7100 vs Pentax K10D Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon D7100 and Pentax K10D. The entire galleries are available at Nikon D7100 Gallery and Pentax K10D Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon D7100 over the Pentax K10D
D7100 | K10D | |||
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Released | April 2013 | ![]() | December 2006 | Newer by 78 months |
Display sizing | 3.2" | ![]() | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.7") |
Display resolution | 1229k | ![]() | 210k | Clearer display (+1019k dot) |
Reasons to pick Pentax K10D over the Nikon D7100
K10D | D7100 |
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Common features in the Nikon D7100 and Pentax K10D
D7100 | K10D | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Very accurate focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither provides selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Missing Touch friendly display |
Nikon D7100 vs Pentax K10D Physical Comparison
If you are going to travel with your camera often, you're going to have to consider its weight and measurements. The Nikon D7100 provides external measurements of 136mm x 107mm x 76mm (5.4" x 4.2" x 3.0") accompanied by a weight of 765 grams (1.69 lbs) whilst the Pentax K10D has proportions of 142mm x 101mm x 70mm (5.6" x 4.0" x 2.8") and a weight of 793 grams (1.75 lbs).
Look at the Nikon D7100 versus Pentax K10D in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Underneath is the front view dimension comparison of the D7100 against the K10D.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the D7100 and K10D is 59 and 59 respectively.

Nikon D7100 vs Pentax K10D Sensor Comparison
Normally, its hard to picture the gap between sensor dimensions only by reviewing specs. The pic below will offer you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the D7100 and K10D.
As you can plainly see, each of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but different MP. You should anticipate the Nikon D7100 to offer more detail having its extra 14MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop images a little more aggressively. The younger D7100 provides an edge with regard to sensor innovation.

Nikon D7100 vs Pentax K10D Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon D7100 vs Pentax K10D Specifications
Nikon D7100 | Pentax K10D | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Nikon | Pentax |
Model type | Nikon D7100 | Pentax K10D |
Class | Advanced DSLR | Advanced DSLR |
Launched | 2013-04-25 | 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 | 23.5 x 15.6mm | 23.5 x 15.7mm |
Sensor surface area | 366.6mm² | 369.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24 megapixel | 10 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 |
Highest Possible resolution | 6000 x 4000 | 3872 x 2592 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 1600 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | 25600 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Total focus points | 51 | 11 |
Cross type focus points | 15 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Nikon F | Pentax KAF2 |
Available lenses | 309 | 151 |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3.2 inch | 2.5 inch |
Display resolution | 1,229k dot | 210k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Display tech | Wide Viewing Angle TFT-LCD monitor | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (pentaprism) | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 95 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.63x | 0.64x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 6.0 frames per sec | 3.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 12.00 m (at ISO 100) | - |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow sync, Rear curtain | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Auto Red Eye |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Fastest flash sync | 1/250 seconds | 1/180 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60, 50, 25, 24 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 50 fps), 640 x 424 (30, 24 fps) | - |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | None |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | - |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Optional | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 765 gr (1.69 lbs) | 793 gr (1.75 lbs) |
Dimensions | 136 x 107 x 76mm (5.4" x 4.2" x 3.0") | 142 x 101 x 70mm (5.6" x 4.0" x 2.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | 83 | 66 |
DXO Color Depth rating | 24.2 | 22.7 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 13.7 | 11.6 |
DXO Low light rating | 1256 | 522 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 950 photos | - |
Battery form | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | EN-EL15 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 seconds) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC x 2 slots | SD/MMC/SDHC card |
Storage slots | 2 | One |
Pricing at release | $800 | $700 |