Nikon Z50 vs Pentax K10D

Here is a extended review of the Nikon Z50 versus Pentax K10D, former being a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Advanced DSLR by brands Nikon and Pentax. There exists a considerable gap among the sensor resolutions of the Z50 (21MP) and K10D (10MP) but they possess the same exact sensor dimensions (APS-C).

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The Z50 was introduced 13 years later than the K10D and that is a fairly large difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Nikon Z50 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Pentax K10D being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before diving in to a thorough comparison, below is a brief summation of how the Z50 scores versus the K10D in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Z50 & Pentax K10D. The whole galleries are viewable at Nikon Z50 Gallery & Pentax K10D Gallery.

If you're going to carry your camera often, you will have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Nikon Z50 has got physical dimensions of 127mm x 94mm x 60mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 2.4") having a weight of 397 grams (0.88 lbs) and the Pentax K10D has dimensions of 142mm x 101mm x 70mm (5.6" x 4.0" x 2.8") accompanied by a weight of 793 grams (1.75 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Below is the front view measurements comparison of the Z50 vs the K10D.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Z50 and K10D is 74 and 59 respectively.

Typically, its tough to envision the contrast in sensor sizing simply by going through technical specs. The graphic underneath may give you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the Z50 and K10D.

As you have seen, the two cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same MP. You can count on the Nikon Z50 to produce more detail using its extra 11MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop photographs a little more aggressively. The more modern Z50 will have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.