Panasonic G6 vs Pentax K10D
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Panasonic G6 vs Pentax K10D Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 160 - 25600
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 390g - 122 x 85 x 71mm
- Revealed April 2013
- Replaced the Panasonic G5
- Refreshed by Panasonic G7
(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
- Revealed December 2006
- Successor is Pentax K20D
Panasonic G6 vs Pentax K10D Overview
Here, we are matching up the Panasonic G6 and Pentax K10D, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Advanced DSLR by companies Panasonic and Pentax. There exists a sizeable gap among the image resolutions of the G6 (16MP) and K10D (10MP) and the G6 (Four Thirds) and K10D (APS-C) offer different sensor sizing.
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe G6 was released 6 years later than the K10D and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic G6 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Pentax K10D being a Mid-size SLR camera.
Before diving right into a complete comparison, here is a concise overview of how the G6 grades against the K10D in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Panasonic G6 vs Pentax K10D Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-G6 and Pentax K10D. The complete galleries are provided at Panasonic G6 Gallery and Pentax K10D Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic G6 over the Pentax K10D
G6 | K10D | |||
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Revealed | April 2013 | December 2006 | More recent by 78 months | |
Display type | Fully Articulated | Fixed | Fully Articulating display | |
Display size | 3" | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.5") | |
Display resolution | 1036k | 210k | Sharper display (+826k dot) | |
Selfie screen | Take selfies | |||
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Pentax K10D over the Panasonic G6
K10D | G6 |
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Common features in the Panasonic G6 and Pentax K10D
G6 | K10D | |||
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Focus manually | More precise focusing |
Panasonic G6 vs Pentax K10D Physical Comparison
For those who are going to lug around your camera, you should think about its weight and size. The Panasonic G6 provides exterior dimensions of 122mm x 85mm x 71mm (4.8" x 3.3" x 2.8") accompanied by a weight of 390 grams (0.86 lbs) while the Pentax K10D has specifications of 142mm x 101mm x 70mm (5.6" x 4.0" x 2.8") and a weight of 793 grams (1.75 lbs).
Compare the Panasonic G6 and Pentax K10D in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you choose during that time. Underneath is a front view physical size comparison of the G6 against the K10D.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the G6 and K10D is 74 and 59 respectively.
Panasonic G6 vs Pentax K10D Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it is very hard to picture the difference in sensor measurements just by seeing specifications. The graphic underneath may offer you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the G6 and K10D.
Plainly, the two cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The G6 featuring a smaller sensor is going to make getting shallower DOF tougher and the Panasonic G6 will provide greater detail as a result of its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop photos way more aggressively. The newer G6 provides a benefit in sensor tech.
Panasonic G6 vs Pentax K10D Screen and ViewFinder
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Panasonic G6 vs Pentax K10D Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-G6 | Pentax K10D | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Panasonic | Pentax |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-G6 | Pentax K10D |
Category | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Advanced DSLR |
Revealed | 2013-04-24 | 2006-12-15 |
Physical type | SLR-style mirrorless | Mid-size SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | Four Thirds | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 17.3 x 13mm | 23.5 x 15.7mm |
Sensor surface area | 224.9mm² | 369.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 10MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 3872 x 2592 |
Maximum native ISO | 25600 | 1600 |
Min native ISO | 160 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Total focus points | 23 | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Micro Four Thirds | Pentax KAF2 |
Available lenses | 107 | 151 |
Focal length multiplier | 2.1 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fully Articulated | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inch | 2.5 inch |
Display resolution | 1,036 thousand dots | 210 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Display technology | TFT Color LCD with wide-viewing angle | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder resolution | 1,440 thousand dots | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | 95% |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.7x | 0.64x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 60 secs | 30 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 7.0fps | 3.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 10.50 m | - |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Auto Red Eye |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Fastest flash synchronize | 1/160 secs | 1/180 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60, 50, 30, 25fps) 1280 x 720 (60, 50, 30, 25fps), 640 x 480 (30, 25fps | - |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | None |
Video format | MPEG-4, AVCHD | - |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 390 grams (0.86 lb) | 793 grams (1.75 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 122 x 85 x 71mm (4.8" x 3.3" x 2.8") | 142 x 101 x 70mm (5.6" x 4.0" x 2.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | 61 | 66 |
DXO Color Depth rating | 21.3 | 22.7 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 11.5 | 11.6 |
DXO Low light rating | 639 | 522 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 340 shots | - |
Battery type | Battery Pack | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10 sec (3 images)) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/MMC/SDHC card |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at release | $750 | $700 |