Pentax K10D vs Samsung GX-1S
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Pentax K10D vs Samsung GX-1S Key Specs
(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
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- 6MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 200 - 3200
- No Video
- Pentax KAF Mount
- 605g - 125 x 93 x 66mm
- Revealed January 2006
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On this page, we will be reviewing the Pentax K10D vs Samsung GX-1S, both Advanced DSLR digital cameras by companies Pentax and Samsung. There exists a huge gap between the resolutions of the K10D (10MP) and GX-1S (6MP) but both cameras boast the same sensor dimensions (APS-C).
Photography GlossaryThe K10D was brought out 12 months after the GX-1S which means that they are of a similar generation. Both the cameras have the same body design (Mid-size SLR).
Before diving into a thorough comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the K10D scores vs the GX-1S when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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Reasons to pick Pentax K10D over the Samsung GX-1S
| K10D | GX-1S | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Revealed | December 2006 |  | January 2006 | Newer by 12 months |
Reasons to pick Samsung GX-1S over the Pentax K10D
| GX-1S | K10D |
|---|
Common features in the Pentax K10D and Samsung GX-1S
| K10D | GX-1S | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manual focus |  | Dial precise focusing | ||
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Screen dimensions | 2.5" |  | 2.5" | Equal screen sizing |
| Screen resolution | 210k |  | 210k | Equal screen resolution |
| Selfie screen |  | Absent selfie screen | ||
| Touch screen |  | Neither provides Touch screen |
Pentax K10D vs Samsung GX-1S Physical Comparison
For those who are intending to travel with your camera, you have to consider its weight and proportions. The Pentax K10D provides external measurements of 142mm x 101mm x 70mm (5.6" x 4.0" x 2.8") and a weight of 793 grams (1.75 lbs) whilst the Samsung GX-1S has measurements of 125mm x 93mm x 66mm (4.9" x 3.7" x 2.6") having a weight of 605 grams (1.33 lbs).
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Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Below is a front view size comparison of the K10D vs the GX-1S.
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the K10D and GX-1S is 59 and 68 respectively.
Pentax K10D vs Samsung GX-1S Sensor Comparison
Normally, it's tough to imagine the contrast between sensor dimensions simply by reviewing specifications. The pic below might offer you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the K10D and GX-1S.
Plainly, the 2 cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different resolution. You should count on the Pentax K10D to offer you greater detail having its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The more modern K10D provides an edge in sensor technology.
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Pentax K10D vs Samsung GX-1S Specifications
| Pentax K10D | Samsung GX-1S | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Make | Pentax | Samsung |
| Model | Pentax K10D | Samsung GX-1S |
| Class | Advanced DSLR | Advanced DSLR |
| Revealed | 2006-12-15 | 2006-01-16 |
| Body design | Mid-size SLR | Mid-size SLR |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
| Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
| Sensor dimensions | 23.5 x 15.7mm | 23.5 x 15.7mm |
| Sensor area | 369.0mm² | 369.0mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 10MP | 6MP |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 3:2 |
| Peak resolution | 3872 x 2592 | 3008 x 2008 |
| Highest native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
| Minimum native ISO | 100 | 200 |
| RAW photos | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focus | ||
| Touch to focus | ||
| Continuous autofocus | ||
| Autofocus single | ||
| Tracking autofocus | ||
| Autofocus selectice | ||
| Center weighted autofocus | ||
| Autofocus multi area | ||
| Live view autofocus | ||
| Face detection autofocus | ||
| Contract detection autofocus | ||
| Phase detection autofocus | ||
| Number of focus points | 11 | 11 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mounting type | Pentax KAF2 | Pentax KAF |
| Available lenses | 151 | 151 |
| Crop factor | 1.5 | 1.5 |
| Screen | ||
| Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen sizing | 2.5 inch | 2.5 inch |
| Resolution of screen | 210 thousand dot | 210 thousand dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch friendly | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | Optical (pentaprism) | Optical (pentaprism) |
| Viewfinder coverage | 95% | 95% |
| Viewfinder magnification | 0.64x | 0.64x |
| Features | ||
| Minimum shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
| Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/4000s |
| Continuous shutter speed | 3.0 frames/s | 3.0 frames/s |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual exposure | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Custom white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated flash | ||
| Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Auto Red Eye | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye reduction |
| External flash | ||
| AEB | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Fastest flash sync | 1/180s | 1/180s |
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment metering | ||
| Average metering | ||
| Spot metering | ||
| Partial metering | ||
| AF area metering | ||
| Center weighted metering | ||
| Video features | ||
| Highest video resolution | None | None |
| Mic jack | ||
| Headphone jack | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | None |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 1.0 (1.5 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environment seal | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 793 grams (1.75 lbs) | 605 grams (1.33 lbs) |
| Physical dimensions | 142 x 101 x 70mm (5.6" x 4.0" x 2.8") | 125 x 93 x 66mm (4.9" x 3.7" x 2.6") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall score | 66 | not tested |
| DXO Color Depth score | 22.7 | not tested |
| DXO Dynamic range score | 11.6 | not tested |
| DXO Low light score | 522 | not tested |
| Other | ||
| Battery model | - | 4 x AA |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
| Time lapse recording | ||
| Storage media | SD/MMC/SDHC card | SD/MMC card |
| Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
| Launch price | $700 | $850 |