Casio EX-ZR800 vs Pentax I-10

Lets look more closely at the Casio EX-ZR800 versus Pentax I-10, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Casio and Pentax. There is a crucial difference between the image resolutions of the EX-ZR800 (16MP) and I-10 (12MP) but both cameras have the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The EX-ZR800 was introduced 3 years later than the I-10 and that is quite a serious gap as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before going straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the EX-ZR800 scores against the I-10 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Casio Exilim EX-ZR800 and Pentax Optio I-10. The whole galleries are available at Casio EX-ZR800 Gallery and Pentax I-10 Gallery.

When you are aiming to lug around your camera often, you'll need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Casio EX-ZR800 has got physical measurements of 108mm x 60mm x 31mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.2") along with a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs) while the Pentax I-10 has dimensions of 101mm x 65mm x 28mm (4.0" x 2.6" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 153 grams (0.34 lbs).

Compare the Casio EX-ZR800 versus Pentax I-10 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you choose during that time. Underneath is a front view scale comparison of the EX-ZR800 against the I-10.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the EX-ZR800 and I-10 is 91 and 93 respectively.

Often, it is very difficult to imagine the contrast between sensor measurements only by looking at a spec sheet. The photograph here will help give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-ZR800 and I-10.

As you can see, each of these cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different megapixels. You should expect the Casio EX-ZR800 to give more detail using its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop photographs way more aggressively. The more modern EX-ZR800 should have an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.