Pentax K-70 vs Pentax K10D
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Pentax K-70 vs Pentax K10D Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 100 - 102400
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1/6000s Maximum Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Pentax KAF2 Mount
- 688g - 126 x 93 x 74mm
- Released June 2016
- Renewed by Pentax KF
(Full Review)
- 10MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- No Video
- Pentax KAF2 Mount
- 793g - 142 x 101 x 70mm
- Revealed December 2006
- Successor is Pentax K20D

Pentax K-70 vs Pentax K10D Overview
Here, we will be analyzing the Pentax K-70 and Pentax K10D, one is a Entry-Level DSLR and the latter is a Advanced DSLR and they are both manufactured by Pentax. There exists a significant gap among the image resolutions of the K-70 (24MP) and K10D (10MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor sizing (APS-C).

The K-70 was revealed 9 years after the K10D which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Pentax K-70 being a Compact SLR camera and the Pentax K10D being a Mid-size SLR camera.
Before going right into a full comparison, here is a simple overview of how the K-70 matches up versus the K10D in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Pentax K-70 vs Pentax K10D Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery images for Pentax K-70 and Pentax K10D. The full galleries are provided at Pentax K-70 Gallery and Pentax K10D Gallery.
Reasons to pick Pentax K-70 over the Pentax K10D
K-70 | K10D | |||
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Revealed | June 2016 | ![]() | December 2006 | Newer by 116 months |
Screen type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Fixed | Fully Articulating screen |
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.5") |
Screen resolution | 921k | ![]() | 210k | Sharper screen (+711k dot) |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Take selfies |
Reasons to pick Pentax K10D over the Pentax K-70
K10D | K-70 |
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Common features in the Pentax K-70 and Pentax K10D
K-70 | K10D | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Dial accurate focus | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither has Touch screen |
Pentax K-70 vs Pentax K10D Physical Comparison
In case you're looking to travel with your camera often, you have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Pentax K-70 has physical dimensions of 126mm x 93mm x 74mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 2.9") along with a weight of 688 grams (1.52 lbs) and the Pentax K10D has dimensions of 142mm x 101mm x 70mm (5.6" x 4.0" x 2.8") along with a weight of 793 grams (1.75 lbs).
Examine the Pentax K-70 and Pentax K10D in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you select during that time. Below is a front view dimensions comparison of the K-70 against the K10D.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the K-70 and K10D is 62 and 59 respectively.

Pentax K-70 vs Pentax K10D Sensor Comparison
Typically, it is hard to picture the gap in sensor dimensions only by looking through specifications. The picture underneath may provide you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the K-70 and K10D.
Plainly, both of those cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different resolution. You should expect the Pentax K-70 to provide you with greater detail because of its extra 14 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop photographs way more aggressively. The more recent K-70 provides an edge with regard to sensor tech.

Pentax K-70 vs Pentax K10D Screen and ViewFinder


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Pentax K-70 vs Pentax K10D Specifications
Pentax K-70 | Pentax K10D | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Pentax | Pentax |
Model type | Pentax K-70 | Pentax K10D |
Type | Entry-Level DSLR | Advanced DSLR |
Released | 2016-06-08 | 2006-12-15 |
Body design | Compact SLR | Mid-size SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | PRIME MII | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 23.5 x 15.6mm | 23.5 x 15.7mm |
Sensor area | 366.6mm² | 369.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24 megapixels | 10 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 3:2 |
Maximum resolution | 6000 x 4000 | 3872 x 2592 |
Maximum native ISO | 102400 | 1600 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | 11 | 11 |
Cross type focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Pentax KAF2 | Pentax KAF2 |
Amount of lenses | 151 | 151 |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fully Articulated | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inches | 2.5 inches |
Display resolution | 921k dot | 210k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (pentaprism) | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 95 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.63x | 0.64x |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/6000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 6.0 frames per second | 3.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 12.00 m (at ISO 100) | - |
Flash options | Auto, auto w/redeye reduction, flash on, flash + redeye reduction, slow sync, trailing curtain sync, manual | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Auto Red Eye |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Maximum flash sync | - | 1/180 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60i, 50i, 30p, 25p, 24p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 50p) | - |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | None |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | - |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 688 grams (1.52 pounds) | 793 grams (1.75 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 126 x 93 x 74mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 2.9") | 142 x 101 x 70mm (5.6" x 4.0" x 2.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | 66 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 22.7 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 11.6 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 522 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 410 photos | - |
Battery form | Battery Pack | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 secs, continuous) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I compatible) | SD/MMC/SDHC card |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail price | $649 | $700 |