Pentax K-3 III vs Pentax K10D
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Pentax K-3 III vs Pentax K10D Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 26MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3.2" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600000
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Pentax KAF2 Mount
- 820g - 135 x 104 x 74mm
- Released March 2021
(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
- Replacement is Pentax K20D

Pentax K-3 III vs Pentax K10D Overview
Here, we are comparing the Pentax K-3 III vs Pentax K10D, both Advanced DSLR cameras and both of them are produced by Pentax. There exists a significant gap among the sensor resolutions of the K-3 III (26MP) and K10D (10MP) but both cameras offer the identical sensor size (APS-C).

The K-3 III was unveiled 14 years later than the K10D and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras feature the same body design (Mid-size SLR).
Before delving right into a more detailed comparison, here is a concise summation of how the K-3 III matches up vs the K10D with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Pentax K-3 III vs Pentax K10D Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Pentax K-3 Mark III and Pentax K10D. The full galleries are available at Pentax K-3 III Gallery and Pentax K10D Gallery.
Reasons to pick Pentax K-3 III over the Pentax K10D
K-3 III | K10D | |||
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Revealed | March 2021 | ![]() | December 2006 | More recent by 174 months |
Display size | 3.2" | ![]() | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.7") |
Display resolution | 1620k | ![]() | 210k | Crisper display (+1410k dot) |
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Pentax K10D over the Pentax K-3 III
K10D | K-3 III |
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Common features in the Pentax K-3 III and Pentax K10D
K-3 III | K10D | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Dial precise focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither comes with selfie screen |
Pentax K-3 III vs Pentax K10D Physical Comparison
For those who are looking to lug around your camera, you will have to think about its weight and volume. The Pentax K-3 III comes with outside measurements of 135mm x 104mm x 74mm (5.3" x 4.1" x 2.9") along with a weight of 820 grams (1.81 lbs) while the Pentax K10D has sizing of 142mm x 101mm x 70mm (5.6" x 4.0" x 2.8") with a weight of 793 grams (1.75 lbs).
Analyze the Pentax K-3 III vs Pentax K10D in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are employing at that time. Following is a front view proportions comparison of the K-3 III against the K10D.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the K-3 III and K10D is 58 and 59 respectively.

Pentax K-3 III vs Pentax K10D Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it is hard to see the contrast in sensor measurements just by checking out a spec sheet. The photograph here may offer you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the K-3 III and K10D.
As you can see, both of those cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same megapixels. You should expect to see the Pentax K-3 III to produce more detail having an extra 16 Megapixels. Greater resolution will enable you to crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The more modern K-3 III will have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.

Pentax K-3 III vs Pentax K10D Screen and ViewFinder


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Pentax K-3 III vs Pentax K10D Specifications
Pentax K-3 Mark III | Pentax K10D | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Pentax | Pentax |
Model | Pentax K-3 Mark III | Pentax K10D |
Type | Advanced DSLR | Advanced DSLR |
Released | 2021-03-31 | 2006-12-15 |
Physical type | Mid-size SLR | Mid-size SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 23 x 15.5mm | 23.5 x 15.7mm |
Sensor surface area | 356.5mm² | 369.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 26 megapixels | 10 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 3:2 |
Highest Possible resolution | 6192 x 4128 | 3872 x 2592 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600000 | 1600 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | 101 | 11 |
Cross focus points | 25 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Pentax KAF2 | Pentax KAF2 |
Total lenses | 156 | 151 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.6 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3.2" | 2.5" |
Resolution of screen | 1,620k dots | 210k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (pentaprism) | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 95 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.7x | 0.64x |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
Max shutter speed | 1/8000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 12.0fps | 3.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | - |
Flash settings | Auto, Auto + Red-eye Reduction, Flash On, Flash On + Red-eye Reduction, Slow- speed Sync, Slow-speed Sync + Red-eye, P-TTL, Contrast-control-sync, High-speed sync, Wireless sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Auto Red Eye |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Max flash synchronize | 1/200s | 1/180s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 24p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 60p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 24p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM | - |
Maximum video resolution | 3840x2160 | None |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | - |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 3.2 Gen 1 (5 GBit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 820 grams (1.81 pounds) | 793 grams (1.75 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 135 x 104 x 74mm (5.3" x 4.1" x 2.9") | 142 x 101 x 70mm (5.6" x 4.0" x 2.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | 66 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 22.7 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 11.6 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 522 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 800 photographs | - |
Battery style | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | D-LI90 | - |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC slots (UHS-II supported in slot 1) | SD/MMC/SDHC card |
Card slots | Two | One |
Price at release | $1,999 | $700 |