Canon G16 vs Pentax I-10
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![Canon PowerShot G16 front Canon PowerShot G16 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Canon-PowerShot-G16/Canon-G16-front.jpg)
![Pentax Optio I-10 front Pentax Optio I-10 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Pentax-Optio-I-10/Pentax-I-10-front.jpg)
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Canon G16 vs Pentax I-10 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/1.7" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-140mm (F1.8-2.8) lens
- 356g - 109 x 76 x 40mm
- Revealed November 2013
- Previous Model is Canon G15
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.9) lens
- 153g - 101 x 65 x 28mm
- Revealed January 2010
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Canon G16 vs Pentax I-10 Overview
Below, we will be reviewing the Canon G16 vs Pentax I-10, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by manufacturers Canon and Pentax. The resolution of the G16 (12MP) and the I-10 (12MP) is pretty well matched but the G16 (1/1.7") and I-10 (1/2.3") use totally different sensor dimensions.
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The G16 was unveiled 3 years later than the I-10 and that is quite a significant difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before going straight into a thorough comparison, below is a simple overview of how the G16 matches up versus the I-10 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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Canon G16 vs Pentax I-10 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot G16 & Pentax Optio I-10. The full galleries are viewable at Canon G16 Gallery & Pentax I-10 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon G16 over the Pentax I-10
G16 | I-10 | |||
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Revealed | November 2013 | ![]() | January 2010 | More recent by 47 months |
Screen dimension | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 922k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper screen (+692k dot) |
Reasons to pick Pentax I-10 over the Canon G16
I-10 | G16 |
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Common features in the Canon G16 and Pentax I-10
G16 | I-10 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Dial exact focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Lacking Touch screen |
Canon G16 vs Pentax I-10 Physical Comparison
If you are intending to lug around your camera regularly, you'll need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Canon G16 provides external dimensions of 109mm x 76mm x 40mm (4.3" x 3.0" x 1.6") along with a weight of 356 grams (0.78 lbs) and the Pentax I-10 has dimensions of 101mm x 65mm x 28mm (4.0" x 2.6" x 1.1") with a weight of 153 grams (0.34 lbs).
Contrast the Canon G16 vs Pentax I-10 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you select during that time. Here is the front view measurement comparison of the G16 vs the I-10.
![Canon G16 vs Pentax I-10 size comparison Canon G16 vs Pentax I-10 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-G16-vs-Pentax-Optio-I-10-size-comparison.jpg)
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the G16 and I-10 is 85 and 93 respectively.
![Canon G16 vs Pentax I-10 top view buttons comparison Canon G16 vs Pentax I-10 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-G16-vs-Pentax-Optio-I-10-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Canon G16 vs Pentax I-10 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it is very hard to envision the difference between sensor measurements merely by checking specifications. The graphic underneath may provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the G16 and I-10.
Plainly, both of these cameras posses the exact same megapixel count albeit not the same sensor measurements. The G16 includes the bigger sensor which is going to make achieving bokeh less difficult. The younger G16 is going to have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.
![Canon G16 vs Pentax I-10 sensor size comparison Canon G16 vs Pentax I-10 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Canon-PowerShot-G16-vs-Pentax-Optio-I-10-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Canon G16 vs Pentax I-10 Screen and ViewFinder
![Canon G16 vs Pentax I-10 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Canon G16 vs Pentax I-10 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-G16-vs-Pentax-Optio-I-10-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Canon G16 vs Pentax I-10 Specifications
Canon PowerShot G16 | Pentax Optio I-10 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Canon | Pentax |
Model | Canon PowerShot G16 | Pentax Optio I-10 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2013-11-25 | 2010-01-25 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Digic 6 | Prime |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/1.7" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 7.44 x 5.58mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 41.5mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 12MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 5:4, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 12800 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/1.8-2.8 | f/3.5-5.9 |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | 10cm |
Focal length multiplier | 4.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
Resolution of display | 922 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display technology | TFT PureColor II G LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Optical (tunnel) | None |
Viewfinder coverage | 80% | - |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 15s | 4s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting rate | 12.0 frames per second | 1.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 7.00 m | 4.00 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Second Curtain | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Maximum flash synchronize | 1/2000s | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60 or 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Eye-Fi Connected |
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 | 356g (0.78 lbs) | 153g (0.34 lbs) |
Dimensions | 109 x 76 x 40mm (4.3" x 3.0" x 1.6") | 101 x 65 x 28mm (4.0" x 2.6" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | 54 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | 21.0 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | 11.7 | not tested |
DXO Low light score | 230 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 360 pictures | - |
Battery type | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | NB-10L | D-LI92 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail price | $499 | $310 |