Panasonic ZR1 vs Pentax K10D

In this article, we are matching up the Panasonic ZR1 versus Pentax K10D, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Advanced DSLR by rivals Panasonic and Pentax. The image resolution of the ZR1 (12MP) and the K10D (10MP) is very close but the ZR1 (1/2.3") and K10D (APS-C) enjoy totally different sensor size.

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The ZR1 was revealed 2 years later than the K10D and that is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic ZR1 being a Compact camera and the Pentax K10D being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before delving straight into a in depth comparison, below is a quick view of how the ZR1 scores versus the K10D in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR1 & Pentax K10D. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic ZR1 Gallery & Pentax K10D Gallery.

In case you're intending to carry your camera, you are going to need to think about its weight and proportions. The Panasonic ZR1 has got exterior measurements of 98mm x 55mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") and a weight of 158 grams (0.35 lbs) and the Pentax K10D has measurements of 142mm x 101mm x 70mm (5.6" x 4.0" x 2.8") along with a weight of 793 grams (1.75 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you select during that time. Below is the front view measurement comparison of the ZR1 and the K10D.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the ZR1 and K10D is 94 and 59 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be tough to see the difference in sensor sizing just by viewing technical specs. The photograph here may offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the ZR1 and K10D.

As you can tell, both of those cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The ZR1 using its smaller sensor will make achieving shallow DOF tougher and the Panasonic ZR1 will render more detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop pics far more aggressively. The more modern ZR1 is going to have a benefit in sensor technology.