Olympus E-410 vs Pentax I-10

Its time to look more closely at the Olympus E-410 and Pentax I-10, one being a Entry-Level DSLR and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Olympus and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the E-410 (10MP) and the I-10 (12MP) is pretty close but the E-410 (Four Thirds) and I-10 (1/2.3") posses different sensor dimensions.

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The E-410 was introduced 3 years prior to the I-10 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras have different body design with the Olympus E-410 being a Compact SLR camera and the Pentax I-10 being a Compact camera.

Before diving right into a thorough comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the E-410 grades versus the I-10 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus E-410 and Pentax Optio I-10. The whole galleries are viewable at Olympus E-410 Gallery and Pentax I-10 Gallery.

If you are looking to carry your camera, you'll need to consider its weight and size. The Olympus E-410 offers exterior measurements of 130mm x 91mm x 53mm (5.1" x 3.6" x 2.1") along with a weight of 435 grams (0.96 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).

Take a look at the Olympus E-410 and Pentax I-10 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have attached at that time. Here is a front view sizing comparison of the E-410 vs the I-10.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the E-410 and I-10 is 77 and 93 respectively.

Normally, it's difficult to imagine the difference in sensor sizing merely by viewing technical specs. The photograph underneath may provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the E-410 and I-10.

As you have seen, each of these cameras have different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The E-410 using its bigger sensor is going to make shooting bokeh simpler and the Pentax I-10 will provide you with extra detail using its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop shots a bit more aggressively. The older E-410 will be disadvantaged in sensor technology.