Panasonic G3 vs Pentax K10D

In this write-up, we are comparing the Panasonic G3 and Pentax K10D, former being a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the other is a Advanced DSLR by brands Panasonic and Pentax. There exists a sizable gap between the resolutions of the G3 (16MP) and K10D (10MP) and the G3 (Four Thirds) and K10D (APS-C) come with different sensor measurements.

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The G3 was brought out 4 years later than the K10D and that is quite a significant difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic G3 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Pentax K10D being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before getting in to a detailed comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the G3 grades against the K10D in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-G3 & Pentax K10D. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic G3 Gallery & Pentax K10D Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to carry your camera frequently, you have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Panasonic G3 offers outside dimensions of 115mm x 84mm x 47mm (4.5" x 3.3" x 1.9") with a weight of 336 grams (0.74 lbs) while 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).

Take a look at the Panasonic G3 and Pentax K10D in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have during that time. The following is the front view sizing comparison of the G3 vs the K10D.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the G3 and K10D is 83 and 59 respectively.

Quite often, it is difficult to visualize the difference between sensor sizing only by reading through specifications. The graphic here should give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the G3 and K10D.

Plainly, both the cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The G3 due to its tinier sensor is going to make getting shallow depth of field tougher and the Panasonic G3 will give you more detail having its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also let you crop pics far more aggressively. The more modern G3 provides a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.