Nikon D810 vs Pentax K10D

In this write-up, we will be reviewing the Nikon D810 vs Pentax K10D, both Advanced DSLR digital cameras by competitors Nikon and Pentax. There is a significant difference between the resolutions of the D810 (36MP) and K10D (10MP) and the D810 (Full frame) and K10D (APS-C) possess totally different sensor measurements.

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The D810 was brought out 7 years later than the K10D and that is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Mid-size SLR).

Before going through a step-by-step comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the D810 scores versus the K10D in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon D810 and Pentax K10D. The entire galleries are provided at Nikon D810 Gallery and Pentax K10D Gallery.

For those who are looking to lug around your camera, you'll need to consider its weight and measurements. The Nikon D810 provides external dimensions of 146mm x 123mm x 82mm (5.7" x 4.8" x 3.2") accompanied by a weight of 980 grams (2.16 lbs) and 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).

Contrast the Nikon D810 vs Pentax K10D in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have chosen during that time. Underneath is the front view dimension comparison of the D810 vs the K10D.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the D810 and K10D is 54 and 59 respectively.

Usually, it's hard to visualise the contrast between sensor measurements merely by checking a spec sheet. The visual underneath should provide you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the D810 and K10D.

Clearly, both cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The D810 due to its bigger sensor will make getting shallow DOF less difficult and the Nikon D810 will give you more detail having its extra 26 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop pictures a little more aggressively. The more recent D810 is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.