Nikon S1000pj vs Pentax I-10

Below is a extensive review of the Nikon S1000pj vs Pentax I-10, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by competitors Nikon and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the S1000pj (12MP) and the I-10 (12MP) is fairly close and they possess the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The S1000pj was launched 5 months before the I-10 and they are both of a similar age. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a short summation of how the S1000pj scores versus the I-10 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S1000pj & Pentax Optio I-10. The complete galleries are viewable at Nikon S1000pj Gallery & Pentax I-10 Gallery.

If you are planning to lug around your camera often, you're going to have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Nikon S1000pj provides outer dimensions of 96mm x 62mm x 23mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 175 grams (0.39 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).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Following is the front view proportions comparison of the S1000pj and the I-10.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the S1000pj and I-10 is 94 and 93 respectively.

In many cases, its tough to visualize the difference in sensor measurements just by viewing technical specs. The photograph here may offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the S1000pj and I-10.

As you can tell, both of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the same exact MP and you can expect comparable quality of photos though you have to take the launch date of the cameras into account.