Panasonic S1H vs Pentax K10D

Below, we are matching up the Panasonic S1H versus Pentax K10D, former is a Pro Mirrorless while the other is a Advanced DSLR by brands Panasonic and Pentax. There is a noticeable difference among the resolutions of the S1H (24MP) and K10D (10MP) and the S1H (Full frame) and K10D (APS-C) possess different sensor sizes.

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The S1H was revealed 12 years after the K10D which is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic S1H being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Pentax K10D being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before delving through a thorough comparison, below is a quick view of how the S1H scores against the K10D when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DC-S1H & Pentax K10D. The full galleries are provided at Panasonic S1H Gallery & Pentax K10D Gallery.

For those who are looking to carry around your camera regularly, you'll have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic S1H enjoys outer dimensions of 151mm x 114mm x 110mm (5.9" x 4.5" x 4.3") and a weight of 1052 grams (2.32 lbs) while the Pentax K10D has dimensions of 142mm x 101mm x 70mm (5.6" x 4.0" x 2.8") with a weight of 793 grams (1.75 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you select at the time. Underneath is the front view dimensions comparison of the S1H against the K10D.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the S1H and K10D is 52 and 59 respectively.

In many cases, it is difficult to visualize the contrast in sensor sizes purely by researching a spec sheet. The pic here will help give you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the S1H and K10D.

Clearly, both of the cameras posses different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The S1H with its larger sensor is going to make getting shallower DOF simpler and the Panasonic S1H will result in greater detail because of its extra 14 Megapixels. Greater resolution will allow you to crop pics somewhat more aggressively. The younger S1H should have a benefit in sensor innovation.