Pentax KP vs Samsung GX-10
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Pentax KP vs Samsung GX-10 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 819200
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- 1/6000s Maximum Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Pentax KAF2 Mount
- 703g - 132 x 101 x 76mm
- Introduced January 2017
(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 September 2006
- Updated by Samsung GX-20

Pentax KP vs Samsung GX-10 Overview
In this write-up, we are reviewing the Pentax KP and Samsung GX-10, both Advanced DSLR digital cameras by manufacturers Pentax and Samsung. There exists a noticeable gap between the image resolutions of the KP (24MP) and GX-10 (10MP) but they come with the same exact sensor measurements (APS-C).

The KP was introduced 10 years after the GX-10 which is quite a sizable difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Mid-size SLR).
Before going through a complete comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the KP scores versus the GX-10 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Pentax KP vs Samsung GX-10 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Pentax KP & Samsung GX-10. The whole galleries are available at Pentax KP Gallery & Samsung GX-10 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Pentax KP over the Samsung GX-10
KP | GX-10 | |||
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Announced | January 2017 | ![]() | September 2006 | Newer by 126 months |
Display type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting display |
Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.5") |
Display resolution | 921k | ![]() | 210k | Crisper display (+711k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung GX-10 over the Pentax KP
GX-10 | KP |
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Common features in the Pentax KP and Samsung GX-10
KP | GX-10 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Very exact focus | ||
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Lacking Touch friendly display |
Pentax KP vs Samsung GX-10 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is planning to travel with your camera regularly, you will want to consider its weight and dimensions. The Pentax KP provides exterior dimensions of 132mm x 101mm x 76mm (5.2" x 4.0" x 3.0") accompanied by a weight of 703 grams (1.55 lbs) while the Samsung GX-10 has dimensions of 142mm x 101mm x 70mm (5.6" x 4.0" x 2.8") having a weight of 793 grams (1.75 lbs).
Check the Pentax KP and Samsung GX-10 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you have attached at that time. Underneath is the front view over all size comparison of the KP vs the GX-10.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the KP and GX-10 is 61 and 59 respectively.

Pentax KP vs Samsung GX-10 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it's hard to imagine the gap between sensor dimensions just by reading a spec sheet. The image below will give you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the KP and GX-10.
Clearly, both of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but different megapixels. You can anticipate the Pentax KP to offer extra detail using its extra 14MP. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop pics a little more aggressively. The newer KP should have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.

Pentax KP vs Samsung GX-10 Screen and ViewFinder


Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison

Street Comparison

Sports Comparison

Travel Comparison

Landscape Comparison

Vlogging Comparison

Pentax KP vs Samsung GX-10 Specifications
Pentax KP | Samsung GX-10 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Pentax | Samsung |
Model | Pentax KP | Samsung GX-10 |
Category | Advanced DSLR | Advanced DSLR |
Introduced | 2017-01-26 | 2006-09-21 |
Physical type | Mid-size SLR | Mid-size SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | PRIME IV | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 23.5 x 15.6mm | 23.5 x 15.7mm |
Sensor area | 366.6mm² | 369.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24MP | 10MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 3:2 |
Highest resolution | 6016 x 4000 | 3872 x 2592 |
Highest native ISO | 819200 | 1600 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 27 | 11 |
Cross focus points | 25 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Pentax KAF2 | Pentax KAF2 |
Number of lenses | 151 | 151 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inch | 2.5 inch |
Resolution of display | 921 thousand dots | 210 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Optical (pentaprism) | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | 95% |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.63x | 0.64x |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/6000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Maximum quiet shutter speed | 1/24000 secs | - |
Continuous shooting rate | 7.0 frames/s | 3.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 6.00 m (at ISO 100) | - |
Flash settings | Auto, auto w/redeye reduction, flash on w/redeye reduction, slow sync, trailing curtain sync, manual, wireless | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye reduction |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Maximum flash synchronize | - | 1/180 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60i, 30p) | - |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | None |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | - |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 703g (1.55 lbs) | 793g (1.75 lbs) |
Dimensions | 132 x 101 x 76mm (5.2" x 4.0" x 3.0") | 142 x 101 x 70mm (5.6" x 4.0" x 2.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 390 pictures | - |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | D-LI109 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 secs) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I supported) | SD/MMC/SDHC card |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Retail cost | $747 | $850 |