Clicky

Pentax K-r vs Pentax K10D

Portability
67
Imaging
53
Features
52
Overall
52
Pentax K-r front
 
Pentax K10D front
Portability
59
Imaging
49
Features
43
Overall
46

Pentax K-r vs Pentax K10D Key Specs

Pentax K-r
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 200 - 12800 (Expand to 25600)
  • Sensor based Image Stabilization
  • 1/6000s Maximum Shutter
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • Pentax KAF2 Mount
  • 598g - 125 x 97 x 68mm
  • Announced March 2011
Pentax K10D
(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
  • Launched December 2006
  • Renewed by Pentax K20D
Leica struggles with L-Mount camera sales, tougher than Q or M

Pentax K-r vs Pentax K10D Overview

Below, we will be comparing the Pentax K-r versus Pentax K10D, one is a Entry-Level DSLR and the latter is a Advanced DSLR and both are sold by Pentax. The sensor resolution of the K-r (12MP) and the K10D (10MP) is pretty similar and they enjoy the exact same sensor sizes (APS-C).

Google AI Gemini Could Enhance iPhone Experience, Talks Suggest

The K-r was revealed 4 years after the K10D which is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras come with different body type with the Pentax K-r being a Compact SLR camera and the Pentax K10D being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before getting through a comprehensive comparison, below is a short overview of how the K-r matches up against the K10D in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

AI-Powered Photo Editing Tools Could Be Added to WhatsApp
	
	

Reasons to pick Pentax K-r over the Pentax K10D

 K-r K10D 
LaunchedMarch 2011December 2006Newer by 52 months
Screen dimension3"2.5"Bigger screen (+0.5")
Screen resolution921k210kSharper screen (+711k dot)

Reasons to pick Pentax K10D over the Pentax K-r

 K10D K-r 

Common features in the Pentax K-r and Pentax K10D

 K-r K10D 
Manually focus More precise focus
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Selfie screen Absent selfie screen
Touch screen Absent Touch screen

Pentax K-r vs Pentax K10D Physical Comparison

If you are looking to travel with your camera regularly, you will want to factor its weight and volume. The Pentax K-r has got external measurements of 125mm x 97mm x 68mm (4.9" x 3.8" x 2.7") and a weight of 598 grams (1.32 lbs) while the Pentax K10D has sizing of 142mm x 101mm x 70mm (5.6" x 4.0" x 2.8") accompanied by a weight of 793 grams (1.75 lbs).

Look at the Pentax K-r versus Pentax K10D in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you select at that time. The following is the front view dimensions comparison of the K-r vs the K10D.

Pentax K-r vs Pentax K10D size comparison

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the K-r and K10D is 67 and 59 respectively.

Pentax K-r vs Pentax K10D top view buttons comparison

Pentax K-r vs Pentax K10D Sensor Comparison

Often, it's hard to visualise the contrast between sensor dimensions purely by going over technical specs. The picture below will give you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the K-r and K10D.

As you can tell, both of these cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same megapixels. You should expect the Pentax K-r to offer you extra detail because of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop shots much more aggressively. The fresher K-r will have an edge in sensor innovation.

Pentax K-r vs Pentax K10D sensor size comparison

Pentax K-r vs Pentax K10D Screen and ViewFinder

Pentax K-r vs Pentax K10D Screen and Viewfinder comparison
Peek Behind the Lens of 'Photographer' and Their Go-To Cameras

Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Pentax K-r as a Portrait photography camera
Pentax K10D as a Portrait photography camera
63
you can focus manually
decent sensor size (APS-C)
offers face detect focus
delivers RAW formats
low resolution sensor (12 megapixels)
53
you can focus manually
good sensor size (APS-C)
saves RAW formats
does not have liveview
MP count low (10 megapixels)
Apple patent reveals improved iPhone camera durability

Street Comparison

Pentax K-r Street photography highlights
Pentax K10D Street photography highlights
67
image stabilization (Sensor based)
decent sensor size (APS-C)
delivers RAW formats
screen does not articulate
64
built in image stabilization (Sensor based)
good sensor size (APS-C)
saves RAW formats
weather proofing
no articulating screen
Europe Approves Revolutionary AI Legislation

Sports Comparison

Pentax K-r Sports photography info
Pentax K10D Sports photography info
55
high shutter speed (1/6,000s)
image stabilization (Sensor based)
decent sensor size (APS-C)
has phase detect auto focus
continuous shooting slow (6.0 frames/s)
low resolution sensor (12MP)
terrible battery life (470 shots)
53
built in image stabilization (Sensor based)
good sensor size (APS-C)
weather proofing
comes with phase detect AF
does not have liveview
max fps very slow (3.0 frames/s)
MP count low (10MP)
Nikon Coolpix camera search on Google skyrockets by 8,500%

Travel Comparison

Pentax K-r as a Travel photography camera
Pentax K10D as a Travel photography camera
47
has built in flash
terrible battery life (470 CIPA)
low resolution sensor (12MP)
screen is not selfie friendly
49
weather proofing
built-in flash
no Timelapse recording
MP count low (10 megapixels)
screen is not selfie friendly
Ulanzi's Tripod Ensures Ultra Smooth Filming

Landscape Comparison

Pentax K-r Landscape photography features
Pentax K10D Landscape photography features
65
you can focus manually
change lenses (Pentax KAF2 mount)
screen is a decent size (3 inch)
image stabilization (Sensor based)
decent sensor size (APS-C)
delivers RAW formats
low resolution sensor (12 megapixels)
terrible battery life (470 CIPA)
55
you can focus manually
change lenses (Pentax KAF2 mount)
built in image stabilization (Sensor based)
good sensor size (APS-C)
saves RAW formats
weather proofing
tiny screen (2.5")
does not have liveview
MP count low (10MP)
no Timelapse recording
Fujifilm accuses Eastman Kodak of patent violation in new lawsuit

Vlogging Comparison

Pentax K-r Vlogging information
Pentax K10D Vlogging information
26
image stabilization (Sensor based)
offers face detect focus
screen is not selfie friendly
low video resolution (1280 x 720 resolution)
no mic jack
9
no video shooting
TikTok Developing Photo App to Challenge Instagram's Dominance

Pentax K-r vs Pentax K10D Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Pentax K-r and Pentax K10D
 Pentax K-rPentax K10D
General Information
Make Pentax Pentax
Model type Pentax K-r Pentax K10D
Category Entry-Level DSLR Advanced DSLR
Announced 2011-03-11 2006-12-15
Body design Compact SLR Mid-size SLR
Sensor Information
Powered by Prime II -
Sensor type CMOS CCD
Sensor size APS-C APS-C
Sensor measurements 23.6 x 15.8mm 23.5 x 15.7mm
Sensor surface area 372.9mm² 369.0mm²
Sensor resolution 12MP 10MP
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 3:2 3:2
Full resolution 4288 x 2848 3872 x 2592
Max native ISO 12800 1600
Max boosted ISO 25600 -
Min native ISO 200 100
RAW pictures
Min boosted ISO 100 -
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch focus
Continuous autofocus
Single autofocus
Tracking autofocus
Selective autofocus
Autofocus center weighted
Autofocus multi area
Autofocus live view
Face detection focus
Contract detection focus
Phase detection focus
Total focus points 11 11
Cross type focus points 9 -
Lens
Lens mount type Pentax KAF2 Pentax KAF2
Number of lenses 151 151
Crop factor 1.5 1.5
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen sizing 3 inch 2.5 inch
Screen resolution 921k dot 210k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch display
Screen tech TFT LCD monitor -
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder Optical (pentamirror) Optical (pentaprism)
Viewfinder coverage 96 percent 95 percent
Viewfinder magnification 0.57x 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/s 3.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Custom white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash distance 12.00 m (at ISO 100) -
Flash modes Auto, Red-eye Reduction, Slow-speed Sync, Trailing Curtain Sync, High-Speed Sync and Wireless Sync Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Auto Red Eye
Hot shoe
AE bracketing
WB bracketing
Maximum flash sync 1/180 secs 1/180 secs
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Video resolutions 1280 x 720 (25 fps), 640 x 480 (25 fps) -
Max video resolution 1280x720 None
Video file format Motion JPEG -
Microphone 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
Environment seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 598 gr (1.32 pounds) 793 gr (1.75 pounds)
Dimensions 125 x 97 x 68mm (4.9" x 3.8" x 2.7") 142 x 101 x 70mm (5.6" x 4.0" x 2.8")
DXO scores
DXO All around rating 72 66
DXO Color Depth rating 22.9 22.7
DXO Dynamic range rating 12.4 11.6
DXO Low light rating 755 522
Other
Battery life 470 pictures -
Type of battery Battery Pack -
Battery ID D-LI109,4 x AA -
Self timer Yes (2 or 12 sec) Yes (2 or 12 sec)
Time lapse feature
Type of storage SD/SDHC SD/MMC/SDHC card
Storage slots Single Single
Price at launch $1,100 $700