Pentax K10D vs Pentax ist DS2

Here is a in depth overview of the Pentax K10D vs Pentax ist DS2, both Advanced DSLR digital cameras and both of them are offered by Pentax. There exists a sizeable gap between the resolutions of the K10D (10MP) and ist DS2 (6MP) but they enjoy the same exact sensor sizing (APS-C).

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The K10D was brought out 16 months later than the ist DS2 making the cameras a generation apart from one another. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Mid-size SLR).

Before going through a detailed comparison, below is a short introduction of how the K10D matches up against the ist DS2 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Pentax K10D and Pentax ist DS2. The entire galleries are viewable at Pentax K10D Gallery and Pentax ist DS2 Gallery.

When you are intending to carry your camera frequently, you need to factor its weight and volume. The Pentax K10D comes with physical dimensions of 142mm x 101mm x 70mm (5.6" x 4.0" x 2.8") with a weight of 793 grams (1.75 lbs) whilst the Pentax ist DS2 has sizing of 125mm x 93mm x 66mm (4.9" x 3.7" x 2.6") and a weight of 605 grams (1.33 lbs).

Check the Pentax K10D vs Pentax ist DS2 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have at that time. Underneath is the front view measurements comparison of the K10D compared to the ist DS2.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the K10D and ist DS2 is 59 and 68 respectively.

More often than not, it is very difficult to visualise the contrast between sensor sizing purely by looking at technical specs. The photograph below may give you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the K10D and ist DS2.

As you can tell, each of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same megapixels. You should expect to see the Pentax K10D to give you extra detail having its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will help you crop images a little more aggressively. The more recent K10D will have an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.