Pentax K-S2 vs Pentax K10D
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Pentax K-S2 vs Pentax K10D Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 100 - 51200
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1/6000s Max Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Pentax KAF2 Mount
- 678g - 123 x 91 x 73mm
- Announced February 2015
- Old Model is Pentax K-S1
(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
- Released December 2006
- Later Model is Pentax K20D

Pentax K-S2 vs Pentax K10D Overview
On this page, we are matching up the Pentax K-S2 vs Pentax K10D, one being a Entry-Level DSLR and the other is a Advanced DSLR and both are manufactured by Pentax. There is a huge difference among the sensor resolutions of the K-S2 (20MP) and K10D (10MP) but both cameras provide the same sensor size (APS-C).

The K-S2 was released 8 years later than the K10D and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Pentax K-S2 being a Compact SLR camera and the Pentax K10D being a Mid-size SLR camera.
Before going into a comprehensive comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the K-S2 grades versus the K10D with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Pentax K-S2 vs Pentax K10D Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Pentax K-S2 and Pentax K10D. The complete galleries are available at Pentax K-S2 Gallery and Pentax K10D Gallery.
Reasons to pick Pentax K-S2 over the Pentax K10D
K-S2 | K10D | |||
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Released | February 2015 | ![]() | December 2006 | Fresher by 100 months |
Display type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Fixed | Fully Articulating display |
Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.5") |
Display resolution | 921k | ![]() | 210k | Crisper display (+711k dot) |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Take selfies |
Reasons to pick Pentax K10D over the Pentax K-S2
K10D | K-S2 |
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Common features in the Pentax K-S2 and Pentax K10D
K-S2 | K10D | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Very exact focusing | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Neither includes Touch friendly display |
Pentax K-S2 vs Pentax K10D Physical Comparison
For those who are aiming to carry your camera often, you will have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Pentax K-S2 features exterior measurements of 123mm x 91mm x 73mm (4.8" x 3.6" x 2.9") accompanied by a weight of 678 grams (1.49 lbs) and the Pentax K10D 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).
Contrast the Pentax K-S2 vs Pentax K10D in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you select at that time. Here is a front view measurements comparison of the K-S2 and the K10D.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the K-S2 and K10D is 64 and 59 respectively.

Pentax K-S2 vs Pentax K10D Sensor Comparison
Usually, it's difficult to envision the contrast in sensor sizing only by checking out specs. The photograph here may provide you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the K-S2 and K10D.
As you can plainly see, both cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same megapixels. You should expect to see the Pentax K-S2 to produce extra detail as a result of its extra 10 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop photos a bit more aggressively. The younger K-S2 will have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.

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Pentax K-S2 vs Pentax K10D Specifications
Pentax K-S2 | Pentax K10D | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Pentax | Pentax |
Model | Pentax K-S2 | Pentax K10D |
Class | Entry-Level DSLR | Advanced DSLR |
Announced | 2015-02-10 | 2006-12-15 |
Body design | Compact SLR | Mid-size SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | 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 surface area | 366.6mm² | 369.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20MP | 10MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 3:2 |
Max resolution | 5472 x 3648 | 3872 x 2592 |
Max native ISO | 51200 | 1600 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 11 | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Pentax KAF2 | Pentax KAF2 |
Number of lenses | 151 | 151 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fully Articulated | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3" | 2.5" |
Resolution of screen | 921 thousand dot | 210 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Optical (pentaprism) | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | 95% |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.64x | 0.64x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/6000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 5.4 frames/s | 3.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 12.00 m (at ISO 100) | - |
Flash modes | Auto, auto w/redeye reduction, flash on, flash on + redeye reduction, slow sync, trailing curtain sync, manual flash | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Auto Red Eye |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Fastest 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 (30p, 25p, 24p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 50p) | - |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | None |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | - |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
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 | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 678g (1.49 lb) | 793g (1.75 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 123 x 91 x 73mm (4.8" x 3.6" 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 | 410 photographs | - |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | D-LI109 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 secs) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/MMC/SDHC card |
Storage slots | One | One |
Launch cost | $581 | $700 |