Pentax K10D vs Pentax K110D

Here, we will be reviewing the Pentax K10D and Pentax K110D, former being a Advanced DSLR while the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR and they are both offered by Pentax. There is a noticeable difference between the image resolutions of the K10D (10MP) and K110D (6MP) but both cameras provide the identical sensor size (APS-C).

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The K10D was launched 7 months later than the K110D which means that they are both of a similar age. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Pentax K10D being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Pentax K110D being a Compact SLR camera.

Before we go right into a more detailed comparison, here is a quick view of how the K10D matches up against the K110D in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Pentax K10D & Pentax K110D. The complete galleries are viewable at Pentax K10D Gallery & Pentax K110D Gallery.

If you are planning to lug around your camera frequently, you'll have to think about its weight and size. The Pentax K10D provides external measurements of 142mm x 101mm x 70mm (5.6" x 4.0" x 2.8") along with a weight of 793 grams (1.75 lbs) while the Pentax K110D has specifications of 129mm x 93mm x 70mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 2.8") with a weight of 585 grams (1.29 lbs).

Compare the Pentax K10D and Pentax K110D in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you choose at that time. Underneath is a front view physical size comparison of the K10D against the K110D.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the K10D and K110D is 59 and 67 respectively.

In many cases, it is very difficult to picture the gap between sensor measurements only by going over technical specs. The visual underneath will help provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the K10D and K110D.

As you can tell, both cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different megapixels. You can count on the Pentax K10D to deliver greater detail utilizing its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The more recent K10D provides an edge in sensor tech.