Nikon S630 vs Pentax I-10
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93 Imaging
35 Features
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Nikon S630 vs Pentax I-10 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 37-260mm (F3.5-5.3) lens
- 140g - 97 x 58 x 26mm
- Introduced February 2009
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.9) lens
- 153g - 101 x 65 x 28mm
- Launched January 2010

Nikon S630 vs Pentax I-10 Overview
In this write-up, we are matching up the Nikon S630 versus Pentax I-10, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the S630 (12MP) and the I-10 (12MP) is very similar and they possess the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The S630 was released 11 months earlier than the I-10 and they are of a similar generation. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before going through a in-depth comparison, below is a quick summation of how the S630 scores vs the I-10 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Nikon S630 vs Pentax I-10 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix S630 and Pentax Optio I-10. The complete galleries are available at Nikon S630 Gallery and Pentax I-10 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S630 over the Pentax I-10
S630 | I-10 |
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Reasons to pick Pentax I-10 over the Nikon S630
I-10 | S630 | |||
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Launched | January 2010 | ![]() | February 2009 | More modern by 11 months |
Focus manually | ![]() | More precise focusing |
Common features in the Nikon S630 and Pentax I-10
S630 | I-10 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display sizing | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Equivalent display measurements |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Identical display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither features selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Absent Touch friendly display |
Nikon S630 vs Pentax I-10 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is going to carry around your camera often, you are going to need to think about its weight and size. The Nikon S630 enjoys exterior dimensions of 97mm x 58mm x 26mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 1.0") along with a weight of 140 grams (0.31 lbs) and the Pentax I-10 has specifications of 101mm x 65mm x 28mm (4.0" x 2.6" x 1.1") and a weight of 153 grams (0.34 lbs).
Check the Nikon S630 versus Pentax I-10 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are using during that time. Underneath is the front view measurements comparison of the S630 vs the I-10.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the S630 and I-10 is 95 and 93 respectively.

Nikon S630 vs Pentax I-10 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it can be tough to visualise the difference between sensor sizes just by going over a spec sheet. The picture underneath might give you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the S630 and I-10.
As you can see, both of those cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the same exact MP and you should expect similar quality of images though you may want to take the release date of the products into consideration. The more aged S630 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.

Nikon S630 vs Pentax I-10 Screen and ViewFinder


Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison

Street Comparison

Sports Comparison

Travel Comparison

Landscape Comparison

Vlogging Comparison

Nikon S630 vs Pentax I-10 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S630 | Pentax Optio I-10 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Nikon | Pentax |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix S630 | Pentax Optio I-10 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2009-02-03 | 2010-01-25 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | Prime |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 12MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 64 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 37-260mm (7.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.5-5.3 | f/3.5-5.9 |
Macro focusing range | - | 10cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.7 inches | 2.7 inches |
Screen resolution | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 8s | 4s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 11.0 frames per sec | 1.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 4.00 m |
Flash modes | Auto, Red-Eye reduction, Off, On, Slow sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 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) |
Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
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 proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 140g (0.31 lb) | 153g (0.34 lb) |
Dimensions | 97 x 58 x 26mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 1.0") | 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-L12 | D-LI92 |
Self timer | Yes (3 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at release | $240 | $310 |