Nikon S6100 vs Pentax I-10

In this write-up, we are contrasting the Nikon S6100 and Pentax I-10, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by rivals Nikon and Pentax. There is a sizeable difference between the sensor resolutions of the S6100 (16MP) and I-10 (12MP) but they possess the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The S6100 was released 13 months after the I-10 making the cameras a generation away from each other. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before going straight into a complete comparison, below is a quick summary of how the S6100 scores vs the I-10 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix S6100 and Pentax Optio I-10. The complete galleries are viewable at Nikon S6100 Gallery and Pentax I-10 Gallery.

If you are planning to travel with your camera often, you will want to consider its weight and volume. The Nikon S6100 offers outer measurements of 98mm x 58mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs) and 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).

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Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are employing at that moment. Here is the front view overall size comparison of the S6100 vs the I-10.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the S6100 and I-10 is 93 and 93 respectively.

Generally, it is very hard to visualize the gap between sensor dimensions merely by going over technical specs. The picture underneath should give you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the S6100 and I-10.

As you have seen, each of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but different resolution. You should expect to see the Nikon S6100 to offer you more detail as a result of its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop photos far more aggressively. The fresher S6100 should have a benefit with regard to sensor technology.