Nikon S9500 vs Pentax I-10

In this article, we will be analyzing the Nikon S9500 versus Pentax I-10, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Nikon and Pentax. There is a big difference among the sensor resolutions of the S9500 (18MP) and I-10 (12MP) but they come with the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The S9500 was unveiled 3 years after the I-10 which is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a quick overview of how the S9500 scores against the I-10 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S9500 and Pentax Optio I-10. The full galleries are viewable at Nikon S9500 Gallery and Pentax I-10 Gallery.

For those who are looking to carry around your camera regularly, you will have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Nikon S9500 features external dimensions of 110mm x 60mm x 31mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.2") along with a weight of 205 grams (0.45 lbs) while the Pentax I-10 has dimensions 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 Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you select at that time. The following is the front view sizing comparison of the S9500 compared to the I-10.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the S9500 and I-10 is 92 and 93 respectively.

Generally, its hard to envision the gap in sensor sizes merely by viewing technical specs. The picture underneath may offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the S9500 and I-10.

As you have seen, both of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same megapixels. You should count on the Nikon S9500 to result in extra detail having an extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop shots far more aggressively. The more recent S9500 will have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.