Panasonic L10 vs Pentax K100D S
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Panasonic L10 vs Pentax K100D S Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600
- No Video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 556g - 135 x 96 x 78mm
- Introduced December 2007
(Full Review)
- 6MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 200 - 3200
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- No Video
- Pentax KAF2 Mount
- 646g - 129 x 91 x 71mm
- Launched June 2007
- Older Model is Pentax K100D
- Replacement is Pentax K200D
Panasonic L10 vs Pentax K100D S Overview
Here, we are evaluating the Panasonic L10 versus Pentax K100D S, one being a Advanced DSLR and the other is a Entry-Level DSLR by manufacturers Panasonic and Pentax. There exists a huge gap between the image resolutions of the L10 (10MP) and K100D S (6MP) and the L10 (Four Thirds) and K100D S (APS-C) offer totally different sensor sizes.
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firmsThe L10 was revealed 6 months later than the K100D S so they are both of a similar generation. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic L10 being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Pentax K100D S being a Compact SLR camera.
Before delving into a thorough comparison, here is a brief view of how the L10 grades against the K100D S when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Panasonic L10 vs Pentax K100D S Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-L10 and Pentax K100D Super. The full galleries are provided at Panasonic L10 Gallery and Pentax K100D S Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic L10 over the Pentax K100D S
L10 | K100D S |
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Reasons to pick Pentax K100D S over the Panasonic L10
K100D S | L10 | |||
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Display resolution | 210k | 207k | Sharper display (+3k dot) |
Common features in the Panasonic L10 and Pentax K100D S
L10 | K100D S | |||
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Launched | December 2007 | June 2007 | Similar generation | |
Focus manually | Dial precise focus | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display size | 2.5" | 2.5" | Same display dimensions | |
Selfie screen | Neither offers selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Lacking Touch friendly display |
Panasonic L10 vs Pentax K100D S Physical Comparison
If you're aiming to carry your camera often, you need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic L10 offers physical dimensions of 135mm x 96mm x 78mm (5.3" x 3.8" x 3.1") along with a weight of 556 grams (1.23 lbs) and the Pentax K100D S has dimensions of 129mm x 91mm x 71mm (5.1" x 3.6" x 2.8") with a weight of 646 grams (1.42 lbs).
Look at the Panasonic L10 versus Pentax K100D S in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have attached at the time. Here is a front view dimension comparison of the L10 versus the K100D S.
Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the L10 and K100D S is 66 and 65 respectively.
Panasonic L10 vs Pentax K100D S Sensor Comparison
Normally, it can be tough to visualise the gap between sensor sizing just by looking at a spec sheet. The graphic underneath will help offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the L10 and K100D S.
As you can see, both of these cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The L10 having a tinier sensor will make achieving shallow DOF trickier and the Panasonic L10 will give you extra detail because of its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop photos a good deal more aggressively.
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Panasonic L10 vs Pentax K100D S Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-L10 | Pentax K100D Super | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Panasonic | Pentax |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-L10 | Pentax K100D Super |
Class | Advanced DSLR | Entry-Level DSLR |
Introduced | 2007-12-14 | 2007-06-28 |
Body design | Mid-size SLR | Compact SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | Four Thirds | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 17.3 x 13mm | 23.5 x 15.7mm |
Sensor area | 224.9mm² | 369.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10MP | 6MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 |
Highest Possible resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 3008 x 2008 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 200 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | 3 | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Micro Four Thirds | Pentax KAF2 |
Total lenses | 45 | 151 |
Focal length multiplier | 2.1 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.5" | 2.5" |
Display resolution | 207k dot | 210k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (pentamirror) | Optical (pentamirror) |
Viewfinder coverage | 95 percent | 96 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.47x | 0.57x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 60s | 30s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shutter speed | 3.0 frames per sec | 3.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 11.00 m | - |
Flash modes | Auto, Red-Eye Auto, On, Red-Eye On, Red-Eye Slow Sync, Off, Slow Sync (1&2) | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye reduction |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Fastest flash sync | - | 1/180s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Maximum video resolution | None | None |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 556g (1.23 pounds) | 646g (1.42 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 135 x 96 x 78mm (5.3" x 3.8" x 3.1") | 129 x 91 x 71mm (5.1" x 3.6" x 2.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | 55 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | 21.3 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | 10.8 | not tested |
DXO Low light score | 429 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery model | - | 4 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/MMC/SDHC card | SD/SDHC card |
Storage slots | One | One |
Retail price | $350 | $520 |