Panasonic GF1 vs Pentax K10D

On this page, we will be analyzing the Panasonic GF1 vs Pentax K10D, former is a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Advanced DSLR by manufacturers Panasonic and Pentax. The resolution of the GF1 (12MP) and the K10D (10MP) is relatively comparable but the GF1 (Four Thirds) and K10D (APS-C) provide different sensor sizes.

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The GF1 was manufactured 2 years after the K10D which is a fairly large difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras have different body design with the Panasonic GF1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Pentax K10D being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before diving right into a detailed comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the GF1 matches up against the K10D with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF1 & Pentax K10D. The entire galleries are provided at Panasonic GF1 Gallery & Pentax K10D Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to carry around your camera often, you will need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic GF1 provides exterior measurements of 119mm x 71mm x 36mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 1.4") with a weight of 385 grams (0.85 lbs) while the Pentax K10D has dimensions of 142mm x 101mm x 70mm (5.6" x 4.0" x 2.8") having a weight of 793 grams (1.75 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are using at that moment. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the GF1 and the K10D.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the GF1 and K10D is 85 and 59 respectively.

Typically, it is very tough to picture the contrast in sensor sizes merely by going through specs. The image here may provide you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the GF1 and K10D.

All in all, both cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The GF1 due to its smaller sensor is going to make getting shallow DOF trickier and the Panasonic GF1 will provide greater detail due to its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop photographs a bit more aggressively. The younger GF1 provides an edge when it comes to sensor technology.