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Nikon S570 vs Pentax I-10

Portability
95
Imaging
35
Features
14
Overall
26
Nikon Coolpix S570 front
 
Pentax Optio I-10 front
Portability
93
Imaging
35
Features
24
Overall
30

Nikon S570 vs Pentax I-10 Key Specs

Nikon S570
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 3200
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 28-140mm (F2.7-6.6) lens
  • 140g - 92 x 57 x 22mm
  • Released August 2009
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
  • Announced January 2010
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Nikon S570 vs Pentax I-10 Overview

Here, we will be reviewing the Nikon S570 vs Pentax I-10, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by brands Nikon and Pentax. The image resolution of the S570 (12MP) and the I-10 (12MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras boast the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The S570 was introduced 5 months prior to the I-10 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple overview of how the S570 scores vs the I-10 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

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Reasons to pick Nikon S570 over the Pentax I-10

 S570 I-10 

Reasons to pick Pentax I-10 over the Nikon S570

 I-10 S570 
Manual focus Dial precise focus

Common features in the Nikon S570 and Pentax I-10

 S570 I-10 
AnnouncedAugust 2009January 2010Similar generation
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen size2.7"2.7"Same screen dimensions
Screen resolution230k230kEqual screen resolution
Selfie screen Missing selfie screen
Touch screen Neither contains Touch screen

Nikon S570 vs Pentax I-10 Physical Comparison

For anybody who is intending to lug around your camera, you'll have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Nikon S570 has got external measurements of 92mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 140 grams (0.31 lbs) while the Pentax I-10 has measurements of 101mm x 65mm x 28mm (4.0" x 2.6" x 1.1") having a weight of 153 grams (0.34 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are utilising during that time. Underneath is a front view over all size comparison of the S570 against the I-10.

Nikon S570 vs Pentax I-10 size comparison

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S570 and I-10 is 95 and 93 respectively.

Nikon S570 vs Pentax I-10 top view buttons comparison

Nikon S570 vs Pentax I-10 Sensor Comparison

More often than not, it is very tough to envision the difference between sensor measurements merely by looking at technical specs. The photograph underneath might provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the S570 and I-10.

As you have seen, the two cameras come with the identical sensor size and the same megapixels therefore you should expect similar quality of photos but you might want to take the release date of the products into consideration.

Nikon S570 vs Pentax I-10 sensor size comparison

Nikon S570 vs Pentax I-10 Screen and ViewFinder

Nikon S570 vs Pentax I-10 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Nikon S570 Portrait photography advice
Pentax I-10 Portrait photography advice
21
focusing manually not possible
no manual control
can't use external flash
low resolution sensor (12 megapixels)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
27
focusing manually
manual mode not possible
no external flash support
low resolution (12MP)
small sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW format
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Street Comparison

Nikon S570 Street photography factors
Pentax I-10 Street photography factors
47
screen is fixed
no image stabilization
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
56
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
fixed screen
small sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW format
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Sports Comparison

Nikon S570 Sports photography factors
Pentax I-10 Sports photography factors
17
no shutter priority
no image stabilization
low resolution sensor (12MP)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
doesn't have phase detect AF
31
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
has tracking focus
very slow continuous shooting (1.0 frames/s)
no shutter priority mode
low resolution (12MP)
small sensor size (1/2.3")
no phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Nikon S570 Travel photography highlights
Pentax I-10 Travel photography highlights
58
flash built-in
really wide (28mm)
doesn't have Timelapse recording
low resolution sensor (12MP)
screen isn't selfie friendly
sluggish max aperture (f2.7)
57
has built in flash
relatively wide (28mm)
lack of Timelapse function
low resolution (12 megapixels)
does not have selfie friendly display
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.5)
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Landscape Comparison

Nikon S570 Landscape photography information
Pentax I-10 Landscape photography information
28
really wide (28mm)
focusing manually not possible
cannot change lenses (fixed lens mount)
sluggish max aperture (f2.7)
small screen (2.7")
no manual control
no image stabilization
low resolution sensor (12 megapixels)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
doesn't have Timelapse recording
36
focusing manually
relatively wide (28mm)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
can't switch lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.5)
tiny screen (2.7")
manual mode not possible
low resolution (12 megapixels)
small sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW format
lack of Timelapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Nikon S570 as a Vlogging camera
Pentax I-10 as a Vlogging camera
25
really wide (28mm)
sluggish max aperture (f2.7)
screen isn't selfie friendly
no image stabilization
low video resolution (1280 x 720 pxls)
doesn't have microphone port
28
relatively wide (28mm)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.5)
does not have selfie friendly display
video quality not great (1280 x 720 pxls)
lack of microphone port
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Nikon S570 vs Pentax I-10 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Nikon S570 and Pentax I-10
 Nikon Coolpix S570Pentax Optio I-10
General Information
Brand Nikon Pentax
Model type Nikon Coolpix S570 Pentax Optio I-10
Category Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Compact
Released 2009-08-04 2010-01-25
Body design Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Processor Expeed Prime
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor measurements 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor surface area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 12MP 12MP
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 and 16:9 4:3 and 16:9
Max resolution 4000 x 3000 4000 x 3000
Max native ISO 3200 6400
Minimum native ISO 100 80
RAW format
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Autofocus touch
Autofocus continuous
Single autofocus
Tracking autofocus
Autofocus selectice
Center weighted autofocus
Multi area autofocus
Live view autofocus
Face detect autofocus
Contract detect autofocus
Phase detect autofocus
Total focus points - 9
Lens
Lens support fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 28-140mm (5.0x) 28-140mm (5.0x)
Maximal aperture f/2.7-6.6 f/3.5-5.9
Macro focusing range 3cm 10cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Range of display Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display size 2.7 inches 2.7 inches
Display resolution 230 thousand dot 230 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch display
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Minimum shutter speed 60s 4s
Fastest shutter speed 1/4000s 1/2000s
Continuous shutter speed - 1.0 frames per sec
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual exposure
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash distance - 4.00 m
Flash options - Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft
External flash
AE bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps)
Max video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video format - Motion JPEG
Microphone jack
Headphone jack
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
Environmental seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 140g (0.31 pounds) 153g (0.34 pounds)
Physical dimensions 92 x 57 x 22mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.9") 101 x 65 x 28mm (4.0" x 2.6" x 1.1")
DXO scores
DXO Overall rating not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth rating not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested not tested
DXO Low light rating not tested not tested
Other
Battery ID EN-EL10 D-LI92
Self timer Yes Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse recording
Storage media SD/SDHC, Internal SD/SDHC, Internal
Storage slots One One
Retail cost $180 $310