EOS R10vs Pentax K-3 Mark IIIvs ZV-E10
Pentax
Pentax K-3 Mark III (2021)
From £1699
Best for DSLR enthusiasts & outdoor photographers
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Which should you buy?
Beginners & Vlogging — EOS R10 (2022): Canon's most affordable RF body — Dual Pixel AF and a vari-angle screen in a compact, lightweight package.
Dslr Enthusiasts & Outdoor Photographers — Pentax K-3 Mark III (2021): The finest APS-C DSLR ever made — class-leading weather sealing, optical viewfinder, 5-axis IBIS, and extraordinary build for photographers committed to DSLR.
Vlogging & Video — ZV-E10 (2021): Purpose-built for video creators — real-time Eye AF, flip screen, and excellent 4K at a wallet-friendly price.
Who should buy what
EOS R10 (2022)
- You're buying your first serious interchangeable-lens camera
- You want reliable animal and people tracking without a steep learning curve
- You want an APS-C body with access to Canon's full RF lens range
Pentax K-3 Mark III (2021)
- You're a committed DSLR photographer with significant investment in Pentax glass
- You shoot in extreme weather conditions and place build quality and reliability above everything
- You prefer optical viewfinder performance and want the best modern APS-C DSLR available
ZV-E10 (2021)
- You're starting out as a content creator and want an affordable Sony APS-C mirrorless
- You want the flexibility to grow your lens collection as your skills and needs develop
- You're primarily a video creator rather than a stills photographer
Quick take: The pentax k-3 mark iii has the highest resolution at 26mp; the zv-e10 is the most affordable; only the pentax k-3 mark iii is weather sealed. Scroll down for the full spec breakdown.
Full specifications
| Specification | EOS R10 (2022) | Pentax K-3 Mark III (2021) | ZV-E10 (2021) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | £699 | £1,699 | £399 |
| Sensor | 24.2MP APS-C CMOS | 25.7MP APS-C BSI CMOS (AA-filterless) | 24.2MP APS-C Exmor CMOS |
| Resolution | 24.2MP | 25.7MP | 24.2MP |
| Video | 4K/30p (slight crop), FHD/120p | 4K/30p, 1080p/60p | 4K/30p, 1080p/120p |
| Autofocus | Dual Pixel CMOS AF II, eye/face/subject tracking | SAFOX 13 phase-detect, 101-point (25 cross-type) | Phase-detect, 425 points, Real-time Eye AF |
| Stabilisation | None (no IBIS) | 5.5-stop 5-axis IBIS (Shake Reduction III) | None (use OIS lenses) |
| Burst Rate | 15fps mechanical, 23fps electronic | 12fps | 11fps |
| Battery Life | ~430 shots (CIPA) | 800 shots (CIPA) | ~440 shots (CIPA) |
| Weight | 429g body only | 820g body only | 343g body only |
| Dimensions | 122.5 × 87.8 × 83.4mm | 134.5 × 103.5 × 73.5mm | 115.2 × 64.2 × 44.8mm |
| Weather Sealed | No | Yes | No |
| Viewfinder | EVF, 2.36M dots | Optical pentaprism, 100% coverage, 1.05× magnification | None |
| Screen | 3.0" vari-angle touchscreen | 3.2" tilting touchscreen | 3.0" fully articulating touchscreen |
| Mount | Canon RF-S / RF | Pentax KF-mount | Sony E-mount |
| Memory Cards | Single SD UHS-II slot | Dual SD UHS-II | Single SD UHS-I slot |
| Connectivity | USB-C, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi | USB-C, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth | USB-C, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, 3.5mm mic input, micro HDMI |
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