Pentax K-30 vs Samsung GX-10
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Pentax K-30 vs Samsung GX-10 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 12800 (Expand to 25600)
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1/6000s Maximum Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Pentax KAF2 Mount
- 650g - 130 x 97 x 71mm
- Launched October 2012
- Newer Model is Pentax K-50
(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
- Announced September 2006
- Later Model is Samsung GX-20
Pentax K-30 vs Samsung GX-10 Overview
Below is a thorough overview of the Pentax K-30 vs Samsung GX-10, both Advanced DSLR cameras by manufacturers Pentax and Samsung. There exists a considerable gap among the sensor resolutions of the K-30 (16MP) and GX-10 (10MP) but both cameras provide the same sensor sizes (APS-C).
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe K-30 was unveiled 6 years later than the GX-10 and that is a fairly large difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Mid-size SLR).
Before getting right into a detailed comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the K-30 matches up against the GX-10 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Pentax K-30 vs Samsung GX-10 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Pentax K-30 & Samsung GX-10. The full galleries are provided at Pentax K-30 Gallery & Samsung GX-10 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Pentax K-30 over the Samsung GX-10
K-30 | GX-10 | |||
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Announced | October 2012 | September 2006 | More recent by 75 months | |
Display dimensions | 3" | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.5") | |
Display resolution | 921k | 210k | Clearer display (+711k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung GX-10 over the Pentax K-30
GX-10 | K-30 |
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Common features in the Pentax K-30 and Samsung GX-10
K-30 | GX-10 | |||
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Manually focus | Very exact focus | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Lacking selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Lacking Touch display |
Pentax K-30 vs Samsung GX-10 Physical Comparison
For those who are aiming to lug around your camera regularly, you'll have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Pentax K-30 enjoys physical dimensions of 130mm x 97mm x 71mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 2.8") having a weight of 650 grams (1.43 lbs) while the Samsung GX-10 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).
Compare the Pentax K-30 vs Samsung GX-10 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you choose at that time. Here is a front view proportions comparison of the K-30 versus the GX-10.
Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the K-30 and GX-10 is 63 and 59 respectively.
Pentax K-30 vs Samsung GX-10 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it is very hard to envision the difference in sensor measurements simply by researching technical specs. The visual underneath might give you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the K-30 and GX-10.
As you have seen, each of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same resolution. You can anticipate the Pentax K-30 to result in greater detail having an extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop photos a bit more aggressively. The younger K-30 is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.
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Pentax K-30 vs Samsung GX-10 Specifications
Pentax K-30 | Samsung GX-10 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Pentax | Samsung |
Model type | Pentax K-30 | Samsung GX-10 |
Category | Advanced DSLR | Advanced DSLR |
Launched | 2012-10-29 | 2006-09-21 |
Body design | Mid-size SLR | Mid-size SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Prime M | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 23.7 x 15.7mm | 23.5 x 15.7mm |
Sensor surface area | 372.1mm² | 369.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 10 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 3:2 |
Peak resolution | 4928 x 3264 | 3872 x 2592 |
Highest native ISO | 12800 | 1600 |
Highest enhanced ISO | 25600 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Total focus points | 11 | 11 |
Cross type focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Pentax KAF2 | Pentax KAF2 |
Number of lenses | 151 | 151 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inches | 2.5 inches |
Resolution of display | 921 thousand dot | 210 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display technology | TFT LCD monitor with brightness/color adjustment and AR coating | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (pentaprism) | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | 95% |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.61x | 0.64x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/6000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 6.0 frames/s | 3.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 12.00 m (at ISO 100) | - |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye,Slow Sync, Slow Sync+ Redeye, Trailing Curtain Sync, Wireless | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye reduction |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Fastest flash sync | 1/180 seconds | 1/180 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30,25,24 fps), 1280 x 720 (60,50,30,25,24 fps), 640 x 424 (30,25,24 fps) | - |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | None |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | - |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 650g (1.43 pounds) | 793g (1.75 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 130 x 97 x 71mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 2.8") | 142 x 101 x 70mm (5.6" x 4.0" x 2.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | 79 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | 23.7 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 13.0 | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | 1129 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 410 photos | - |
Battery form | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | D-LI109,4 x AA | - |
Self timer | Yes ( 2 or 12 seconds) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/MMC/SDHC card |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail cost | $525 | $850 |