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Nikon P340 vs Pentax I-10

Portability
92
Imaging
38
Features
53
Overall
44
Nikon Coolpix P340 front
 
Pentax Optio I-10 front
Portability
93
Imaging
35
Features
24
Overall
30

Nikon P340 vs Pentax I-10 Key Specs

Nikon P340
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/1.7" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 6400 (Raise to 12800)
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 24-120mm (F1.8-5.6) lens
  • 194g - 103 x 58 x 32mm
  • Launched February 2014
  • Replaced the Nikon P330
Pentax I-10
(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
  • Released January 2010
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Nikon P340 vs Pentax I-10 Overview

Below is a comprehensive comparison of the Nikon P340 vs Pentax I-10, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by competitors Nikon and Pentax. The resolution of the P340 (12MP) and the I-10 (12MP) is relatively similar but the P340 (1/1.7") and I-10 (1/2.3") boast different sensor size.

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The P340 was released 4 years later than the I-10 and that is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving into a thorough comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the P340 grades vs the I-10 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

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Reasons to pick Nikon P340 over the Pentax I-10

 P340 I-10 
ReleasedFebruary 2014January 2010More recent by 50 months
Screen size3"2.7"Bigger screen (+0.3")
Screen resolution921k230kSharper screen (+691k dot)

Reasons to pick Pentax I-10 over the Nikon P340

 I-10 P340 

Common features in the Nikon P340 and Pentax I-10

 P340 I-10 
Manual focus Dial exact focusing
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Selfie screen No selfie screen
Touch friendly screen Neither provides Touch friendly screen

Nikon P340 vs Pentax I-10 Physical Comparison

In case you're planning to lug around your camera frequently, you will have to think about its weight and volume. The Nikon P340 provides physical measurements of 103mm x 58mm x 32mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") and a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs) while the Pentax I-10 has sizing of 101mm x 65mm x 28mm (4.0" x 2.6" x 1.1") with a weight of 153 grams (0.34 lbs).

Examine the Nikon P340 vs Pentax I-10 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Following is a front view dimension comparison of the P340 vs the I-10.

Nikon P340 vs Pentax I-10 size comparison

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the P340 and I-10 is 92 and 93 respectively.

Nikon P340 vs Pentax I-10 top view buttons comparison

Nikon P340 vs Pentax I-10 Sensor Comparison

Typically, its tough to imagine the gap between sensor measurements only by reviewing specs. The photograph here may offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the P340 and I-10.

All in all, the two cameras feature the identical megapixels albeit different sensor measurements. The P340 has got the bigger sensor which will make getting shallow DOF less difficult. The more modern P340 provides an edge with regard to sensor tech.

Nikon P340 vs Pentax I-10 sensor size comparison

Nikon P340 vs Pentax I-10 Screen and ViewFinder

Nikon P340 vs Pentax I-10 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Nikon P340 Portrait photography factors
Pentax I-10 Portrait photography factors
42
focusing manually
features face detection focus
exports RAW files
no external flash support
MP count low (12MP)
tiny sensor (1/1.7")
27
you can focus manually
no manual mode
can't use external flash
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
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Street Comparison

Nikon P340 Street photography highlights
Pentax I-10 Street photography highlights
65
has image stabilization (Optical)
exports RAW files
no moving screen
tiny sensor (1/1.7")
56
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
no moving screen
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
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Sports Comparison

Nikon P340 Sports photography info
Pentax I-10 Sports photography info
39
has image stabilization (Optical)
features tracking autofocus
MP count low (12MP)
tiny sensor (1/1.7")
lacks phase detect auto focus
31
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
provides tracking autofocus
slow continuous shooting (1.0 frames/s)
no shutter priority mode
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
doesn't have phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Nikon P340 Travel photography factors
Pentax I-10 Travel photography factors
64
built-in flash
fairly wide (24mm)
fast max aperture (f1.8)
no Timelapse mode
MP count low (12 megapixels)
doesn't offer selfie friendly display
57
built-in flash
really wide (28mm)
does not have Timelapse recording
sensor resolution low (12MP)
screen isn't selfie friendly
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.5)
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Landscape Comparison

Nikon P340 Landscape photography advice
Pentax I-10 Landscape photography advice
54
focusing manually
fairly wide (24mm)
fast max aperture (f1.8)
screen size is good (3 inches)
has image stabilization (Optical)
exports RAW files
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
MP count low (12MP)
tiny sensor (1/1.7")
no Timelapse mode
36
you can focus manually
really wide (28mm)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.5)
small screen (2.7")
no manual mode
sensor resolution low (12MP)
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
does not have Timelapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

Nikon P340 Vlogging details
Pentax I-10 Vlogging details
36
fairly wide (24mm)
fast max aperture (f1.8)
has image stabilization (Optical)
features face detection focus
high video quality (1920 x 1080 resolution)
doesn't offer selfie friendly display
no external microphone socket
28
really wide (28mm)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.5)
screen isn't selfie friendly
video quality not great (1280 x 720 pixels)
does not have external microphone support
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Nikon P340 vs Pentax I-10 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Nikon P340 and Pentax I-10
 Nikon Coolpix P340Pentax Optio I-10
General Information
Manufacturer Nikon Pentax
Model Nikon Coolpix P340 Pentax Optio I-10
Category Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Compact
Launched 2014-02-07 2010-01-25
Physical type Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Chip - Prime
Sensor type BSI-CMOS CCD
Sensor size 1/1.7" 1/2.3"
Sensor measurements 7.44 x 5.58mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor surface area 41.5mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 12 megapixel 12 megapixel
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 4:3 and 16:9
Highest resolution 4000 x 3000 4000 x 3000
Highest native ISO 6400 6400
Highest boosted ISO 12800 -
Minimum native ISO 80 80
RAW format
Autofocusing
Focus manually
AF touch
AF continuous
AF single
Tracking AF
AF selectice
Center weighted AF
Multi area AF
Live view AF
Face detection focusing
Contract detection focusing
Phase detection focusing
Number of focus points - 9
Cross focus points - -
Lens
Lens mounting type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 24-120mm (5.0x) 28-140mm (5.0x)
Max aperture f/1.8-5.6 f/3.5-5.9
Macro focus range 2cm 10cm
Crop factor 4.8 5.8
Screen
Type of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen diagonal 3 inch 2.7 inch
Screen resolution 921k dots 230k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch friendly
Screen tech TFT-LCD -
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Lowest shutter speed 60 secs 4 secs
Highest shutter speed 1/4000 secs 1/2000 secs
Continuous shooting rate 10.0 frames per sec 1.0 frames per sec
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Exposure compensation Yes -
Custom WB
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash range 6.50 m 4.00 m
Flash settings - Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft
Hot shoe
Auto exposure bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Video resolutions 1920x1080 (30p, 25p, 60i, 50i), 1280x720 (30p, 25p), 1920x1080 (15p, 12.5p), 640x480 (120p, 100p), 1280x720 (60p, 50p), 320x240 (240p, 200p), iFrame 720 (30p, 25p), 640x480 (30p, 25p) 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 MPEG-4, H.264 Motion JPEG
Microphone support
Headphone support
Connectivity
Wireless Built-In Eye-Fi Connected
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS No None
Physical
Environment sealing
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 194 grams (0.43 pounds) 153 grams (0.34 pounds)
Physical 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 All around score 54 not tested
DXO Color Depth score 20.7 not tested
DXO Dynamic range score 11.9 not tested
DXO Low light score 273 not tested
Other
Battery life 220 photos -
Battery style Battery Pack -
Battery model EN-EL12 D-LI92
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse recording
Type of storage SD/SDHC/SDXC SD/SDHC, Internal
Card slots One One
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