Nikon S9100 vs Pentax I-10
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Nikon S9100 vs Pentax I-10 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 160 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-450mm (F3.5-5.9) lens
- 214g - 105 x 62 x 35mm
- Launched July 2011
- Replacement is Nikon S9300
(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
- Introduced January 2010
Nikon S9100 vs Pentax I-10 Overview
On this page, we are matching up the Nikon S9100 vs Pentax I-10, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Nikon and Pentax. The image resolution of the S9100 (12MP) and the I-10 (12MP) is very well matched and both cameras provide the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Apple Innovates by Creating Next-Level Optical Stabilization for iPhoneThe S9100 was unveiled 18 months after the I-10 making them a generation away from each other. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before going into a thorough comparison, here is a simple summation of how the S9100 grades vs the I-10 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Nikon S9100 vs Pentax I-10 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix S9100 & Pentax Optio I-10. The full galleries are provided at Nikon S9100 Gallery & Pentax I-10 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S9100 over the Pentax I-10
S9100 | I-10 | |||
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Introduced | July 2011 | January 2010 | Newer by 18 months | |
Display dimensions | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Display resolution | 921k | 230k | Clearer display (+691k dot) |
Reasons to pick Pentax I-10 over the Nikon S9100
I-10 | S9100 |
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Common features in the Nikon S9100 and Pentax I-10
S9100 | I-10 | |||
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Manual focus | More exact focus | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Neither comes with selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Neither comes with Touch display |
Nikon S9100 vs Pentax I-10 Physical Comparison
In case you're going to travel with your camera often, you will want to take into account its weight and volume. The Nikon S9100 comes with outer measurements of 105mm x 62mm x 35mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.4") along with a weight of 214 grams (0.47 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).
Take a look at the Nikon S9100 vs Pentax I-10 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are utilizing at that time. The following is a front view overall size comparison of the S9100 against the I-10.
Using size and weight, the portability rating of the S9100 and I-10 is 91 and 93 respectively.
Nikon S9100 vs Pentax I-10 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it can be tough to visualise the difference between sensor dimensions only by reading through specifications. The picture underneath may give you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the S9100 and I-10.
To sum up, both of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same exact resolution and you can expect similar quality of files although you really should consider the launch date of the products into consideration. The fresher S9100 will have an edge in sensor technology.
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Nikon S9100 vs Pentax I-10 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S9100 | Pentax Optio I-10 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Nikon | Pentax |
Model | Nikon Coolpix S9100 | Pentax Optio I-10 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2011-07-19 | 2010-01-25 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Expeed C2 | Prime |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 160 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-450mm (18.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.5-5.9 | f/3.5-5.9 |
Macro focus range | 4cm | 10cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
Resolution of display | 921k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Display technology | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4s | 4s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting rate | 10.0 frames/s | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 4.00 m | 4.00 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30fps), 1280 x 720p (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | 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 proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 214 gr (0.47 pounds) | 153 gr (0.34 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 105 x 62 x 35mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.4") | 101 x 65 x 28mm (4.0" x 2.6" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 270 photographs | - |
Battery type | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | EN-EL12 | D-LI92 |
Self timer | Yes (10 or 2 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at launch | $329 | $310 |