Pentax K10D vs Sigma DP1x

On this page, we are evaluating the Pentax K10D versus Sigma DP1x, former is a Advanced DSLR while the other is a Large Sensor Compact by brands Pentax and Sigma. There exists a sizable gap among the resolutions of the K10D (10MP) and DP1x (5MP) but both cameras boast the same sensor sizes (APS-C).

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The K10D was revealed 4 years earlier than the DP1x which is a fairly significant difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Pentax K10D being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Sigma DP1x being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before getting right into a more detailed comparison, here is a short summary of how the K10D matches up against the DP1x for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Pentax K10D & Sigma DP1x. The full galleries are provided at Pentax K10D Gallery & Sigma DP1x Gallery.

For those who are aiming to carry around your camera often, you will need to take into account its weight and size. The Pentax K10D comes with outer 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) and the Sigma DP1x has specifications of 113mm x 60mm x 50mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.0") accompanied by a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs).

Take a look at the Pentax K10D versus Sigma DP1x in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you have attached at the time. Here is a front view overall size comparison of the K10D vs the DP1x.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the K10D and DP1x is 59 and 88 respectively.

Normally, it is hard to picture the difference in sensor sizes simply by seeing specifications. The pic here should offer you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the K10D and DP1x.

Plainly, both of those cameras have the same sensor dimensions but different resolution. You can anticipate the Pentax K10D to produce extra detail because of its extra 5MP. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop pics a bit more aggressively. The more aged K10D will be behind with regard to sensor tech.