Nikon P300 vs Pentax I-10
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Nikon P300 vs Pentax I-10 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 160 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-100mm (F1.8-4.9) lens
- 189g - 103 x 58 x 32mm
- Introduced May 2011
- Updated by Nikon P310
(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
- Introduced January 2010

Nikon P300 vs Pentax I-10 Overview
Its time to examine more in depth at the Nikon P300 versus Pentax I-10, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by brands Nikon and Pentax. The resolution of the P300 (12MP) and the I-10 (12MP) is pretty comparable and they enjoy the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The P300 was revealed 17 months after the I-10 which makes the cameras a generation away from one another. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before going straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the P300 scores against the I-10 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Nikon P300 vs Pentax I-10 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix P300 and Pentax Optio I-10. The full galleries are available at Nikon P300 Gallery and Pentax I-10 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon P300 over the Pentax I-10
P300 | I-10 | |||
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Introduced | May 2011 | ![]() | January 2010 | More modern by 17 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 Nikon P300
I-10 | P300 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Very exact focus |
Common features in the Nikon P300 and Pentax I-10
P300 | I-10 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither contains Touch screen |
Nikon P300 vs Pentax I-10 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is aiming to carry around your camera often, you'll have to consider its weight and measurements. The Nikon P300 has got physical measurements of 103mm x 58mm x 32mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") having a weight of 189 grams (0.42 lbs) whilst the Pentax I-10 has proportions of 101mm x 65mm x 28mm (4.0" x 2.6" x 1.1") and a weight of 153 grams (0.34 lbs).
Analyze the Nikon P300 versus Pentax I-10 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you choose during that time. Following is the front view measurements comparison of the P300 against the I-10.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the P300 and I-10 is 92 and 93 respectively.

Nikon P300 vs Pentax I-10 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it is very hard to picture the contrast in sensor sizes just by seeing specifications. The image underneath may give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the P300 and I-10.
To sum up, both cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the identical megapixels therefore you should expect comparable quality of photographs although you really should take the production date of the cameras into account. The fresher P300 provides an advantage in sensor tech.

Nikon P300 vs Pentax I-10 Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon P300 vs Pentax I-10 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix P300 | Pentax Optio I-10 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Nikon | Pentax |
Model | Nikon Coolpix P300 | Pentax Optio I-10 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2011-05-31 | 2010-01-25 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Expeed C2 | Prime |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 160 | 80 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
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 | 24-100mm (4.2x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/1.8-4.9 | f/3.5-5.9 |
Macro focus distance | 3cm | 10cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3" | 2.7" |
Display resolution | 922k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Display technology | TFT-LCD with anti-reflection coating | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 8s | 4s |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 7.0fps | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 6.50 m | 4.00 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (15, 30fps), 1280 x 720p (15, 30, 60 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 120 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | H.264, Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 189g (0.42 pounds) | 153g (0.34 pounds) |
Dimensions | 103 x 58 x 32mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") | 101 x 65 x 28mm (4.0" x 2.6" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 | 240 photographs | - |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | EN-EL12 | D-LI92 |
Self timer | Yes (10 or 2 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at release | $500 | $310 |