Pentax K-1 II vs Sigma SD10

Here is a extended assessment of the Pentax K-1 II vs Sigma SD10, both Advanced DSLR cameras by manufacturers Pentax and Sigma. There is a huge difference among the image resolutions of the K-1 II (36MP) and SD10 (3MP) and the K-1 II (Full frame) and SD10 (APS-C) boast totally different sensor sizing.

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The K-1 II was introduced 14 years later than the SD10 and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Mid-size SLR).

Before diving right into a in-depth comparison, here is a simple summary of how the K-1 II matches up versus the SD10 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Pentax K-1 Mark II and Sigma SD10. The whole galleries are viewable at Pentax K-1 II Gallery and Sigma SD10 Gallery.

When you are looking to carry your camera regularly, you're going to have to factor its weight and proportions. The Pentax K-1 II comes with outside dimensions of 137mm x 110mm x 86mm (5.4" x 4.3" x 3.4") and a weight of 1010 grams (2.23 lbs) while the Sigma SD10 has measurements of 152mm x 120mm x 79mm (6.0" x 4.7" x 3.1") along with a weight of 950 grams (2.09 lbs).

Contrast the Pentax K-1 II vs Sigma SD10 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are utilising during that time. The following is a front view dimensions comparison of the K-1 II compared to the SD10.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the K-1 II and SD10 is 55 and 54 respectively.

Generally, its difficult to see the contrast in sensor sizing just by seeing technical specs. The visual below may offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the K-1 II and SD10.

As you can tell, each of the cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The K-1 II using its bigger sensor will make achieving bokeh easier and the Pentax K-1 II will produce extra detail using its extra 33 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop shots more aggressively. The more modern K-1 II will have a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.