Pentax KP vs Pentax I-10

Let's take a deeper look at the Pentax KP versus Pentax I-10, one is a Advanced DSLR and the other is a Small Sensor Compact and they are both built by Pentax. There exists a significant gap among the image resolutions of the KP (24MP) and I-10 (12MP) and the KP (APS-C) and I-10 (1/2.3") have totally different sensor dimensions.

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The KP was revealed 7 years after the I-10 which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Pentax KP being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Pentax I-10 being a Compact camera.

Before getting into a full comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the KP matches up against the I-10 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Pentax KP and Pentax Optio I-10. The full galleries are available at Pentax KP Gallery and Pentax I-10 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to travel with your camera often, you'll have to think about its weight and size. The Pentax KP has exterior measurements of 132mm x 101mm x 76mm (5.2" x 4.0" x 3.0") having a weight of 703 grams (1.55 lbs) while the Pentax I-10 has specifications of 101mm x 65mm x 28mm (4.0" x 2.6" x 1.1") along with a weight of 153 grams (0.34 lbs).

See the Pentax KP versus Pentax I-10 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are using at that moment. Here is a front view proportions comparison of the KP compared to the I-10.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the KP and I-10 is 61 and 93 respectively.

Normally, it can be tough to visualise the difference in sensor dimensions merely by going through specifications. The image here might provide you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the KP and I-10.

Plainly, the two cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The KP having a larger sensor will make getting bokeh simpler and the Pentax KP will show extra detail because of its extra 12 Megapixels. Greater resolution will allow you to crop pics way more aggressively. The more modern KP will have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.