Pentax K10D vs Sony G3

Here, we will be analyzing the Pentax K10D versus Sony G3, one being a Advanced DSLR and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Pentax and Sony. The sensor resolution of the K10D (10MP) and the G3 (10MP) is relatively comparable but the K10D (APS-C) and G3 (1/2.3") offer totally different sensor dimensions.

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The K10D was launched 3 years earlier than the G3 and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Pentax K10D being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Sony G3 being a Compact camera.

Before we go straight to a in depth comparison, here is a quick summation of how the K10D grades vs the G3 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Pentax K10D and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-G3. The complete galleries are provided at Pentax K10D Gallery and Sony G3 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to lug around your camera regularly, you'll have to consider its weight and size. The Pentax K10D offers outside measurements of 142mm x 101mm x 70mm (5.6" x 4.0" x 2.8") having a weight of 793 grams (1.75 lbs) and the Sony G3 has specifications of 97mm x 59mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") having a weight of 185 grams (0.41 lbs).

Examine the Pentax K10D versus Sony G3 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are employing at that time. Underneath is a front view measurement comparison of the K10D and the G3.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the K10D and G3 is 59 and 94 respectively.

More often than not, it is hard to visualise the gap in sensor measurements merely by checking out specs. The photograph below will help give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the K10D and G3.

All in all, both the cameras come with the identical megapixel count albeit not the same sensor measurements. The K10D comes with the bigger sensor which should make achieving bokeh less difficult. The older K10D will be behind with regard to sensor technology.