Pentax K10D vs Sigma SD14
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Pentax K10D vs Sigma SD14 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- No Video
- Pentax KAF2 Mount
- 793g - 142 x 101 x 70mm
- Announced December 2006
- Refreshed by Pentax K20D
(Full Review)
- 5MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 800 (Expand to 1600)
- No Video
- Sigma SA Mount
- 750g - 144 x 107 x 81mm
- Introduced September 2006
- Older Model is Sigma SD10
- Newer Model is Sigma SD15

Pentax K10D vs Sigma SD14 Overview
On this page, we are looking at the Pentax K10D versus Sigma SD14, both Advanced DSLR cameras by manufacturers Pentax and Sigma. There is a significant difference among the image resolutions of the K10D (10MP) and SD14 (5MP) but both cameras have the same sensor sizes (APS-C).

The K10D was launched 3 months later than the SD14 so they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras have the same body design (Mid-size SLR).
Before going straight to a in depth comparison, here is a concise view of how the K10D scores against the SD14 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Pentax K10D vs Sigma SD14 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Pentax K10D and Sigma SD14. The complete galleries are available at Pentax K10D Gallery and Sigma SD14 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Pentax K10D over the Sigma SD14
K10D | SD14 | |||
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Display resolution | 210k | ![]() | 150k | Sharper display (+60k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sigma SD14 over the Pentax K10D
SD14 | K10D |
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Common features in the Pentax K10D and Sigma SD14
K10D | SD14 | |||
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Introduced | December 2006 | ![]() | September 2006 | Same generation |
Focus manually | ![]() | Dial accurate focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display dimensions | 2.5" | ![]() | 2.5" | Equal display dimensions |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Absent Touch display |
Pentax K10D vs Sigma SD14 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is intending to carry your camera, you're going to have to factor its weight and size. The Pentax K10D features outer dimensions of 142mm x 101mm x 70mm (5.6" x 4.0" x 2.8") accompanied by a weight of 793 grams (1.75 lbs) whilst the Sigma SD14 has specifications of 144mm x 107mm x 81mm (5.7" x 4.2" x 3.2") with a weight of 750 grams (1.65 lbs).
Examine the Pentax K10D versus Sigma SD14 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are employing at the time. Following is a front view scale comparison of the K10D against the SD14.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the K10D and SD14 is 59 and 59 respectively.

Pentax K10D vs Sigma SD14 Sensor Comparison
Often, it is hard to visualise the gap in sensor sizing just by checking out technical specs. The visual below should offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the K10D and SD14.
As you can tell, each of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same megapixels. You should anticipate the Pentax K10D to provide extra detail utilizing its extra 5MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop images more aggressively.

Pentax K10D vs Sigma SD14 Screen and ViewFinder


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Pentax K10D vs Sigma SD14 Specifications
Pentax K10D | Sigma SD14 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Pentax | Sigma |
Model type | Pentax K10D | Sigma SD14 |
Class | Advanced DSLR | Advanced DSLR |
Announced | 2006-12-15 | 2006-09-26 |
Physical type | Mid-size SLR | Mid-size SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS (Foveon X3) |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 23.5 x 15.7mm | 20.7 x 13.8mm |
Sensor surface area | 369.0mm² | 285.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10MP | 5MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 3:2 |
Peak resolution | 3872 x 2592 | 2640 x 1760 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 800 |
Highest enhanced ISO | - | 1600 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | 11 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Pentax KAF2 | Sigma SA |
Total lenses | 151 | 76 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 1.7 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 2.5 inches | 2.5 inches |
Display resolution | 210k dots | 150k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (pentaprism) | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder coverage | 95 percent | 98 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.64x | 0.6x |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 3.0 frames/s | 3.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Auto Red Eye | - |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Max flash synchronize | 1/180s | 1/180s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Highest video resolution | None | None |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
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 | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 793g (1.75 lbs) | 750g (1.65 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 142 x 101 x 70mm (5.6" x 4.0" x 2.8") | 144 x 107 x 81mm (5.7" x 4.2" x 3.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | 66 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | 22.7 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 11.6 | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | 522 | not tested |
Other | ||
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | Yes (10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/MMC/SDHC card | Compact Flash Type I or II |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at release | $700 | $198 |