Olympus SZ-11 vs Pentax I-10
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Olympus SZ-11 vs Pentax I-10 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-500mm (F3.0-6.9) lens
- 226g - 106 x 69 x 40mm
- Announced July 2011
(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

Olympus SZ-11 vs Pentax I-10 Overview
Let's examine more closely at the Olympus SZ-11 versus Pentax I-10, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Olympus and Pentax. The image resolution of the SZ-11 (14MP) and the I-10 (12MP) is very well matched and they feature the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

The SZ-11 was introduced 19 months later than the I-10 making the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before getting through a full comparison, below is a quick summation of how the SZ-11 grades vs the I-10 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Olympus SZ-11 vs Pentax I-10 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus SZ-11 & Pentax Optio I-10. The whole galleries are available at Olympus SZ-11 Gallery & Pentax I-10 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus SZ-11 over the Pentax I-10
SZ-11 | I-10 | |||
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Launched | July 2011 | ![]() | January 2010 | Fresher by 19 months |
Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper display (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Pentax I-10 over the Olympus SZ-11
I-10 | SZ-11 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Dial accurate focus |
Common features in the Olympus SZ-11 and Pentax I-10
SZ-11 | I-10 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Neither includes Touch friendly display |
Olympus SZ-11 vs Pentax I-10 Physical Comparison
In case you're aiming to carry your camera, you will have to consider its weight and proportions. The Olympus SZ-11 features outside measurements of 106mm x 69mm x 40mm (4.2" x 2.7" x 1.6") and a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs) whilst the Pentax I-10 has measurements of 101mm x 65mm x 28mm (4.0" x 2.6" x 1.1") having a weight of 153 grams (0.34 lbs).
See the Olympus SZ-11 versus Pentax I-10 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Underneath is the front view sizing comparison of the SZ-11 versus the I-10.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the SZ-11 and I-10 is 89 and 93 respectively.

Olympus SZ-11 vs Pentax I-10 Sensor Comparison
Often, it's hard to imagine the difference between sensor sizing just by reading through a spec sheet. The visual here will give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the SZ-11 and I-10.
As you can see, the two cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but different resolution. You can expect to see the Olympus SZ-11 to resolve more detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will let you crop images a little more aggressively. The more modern SZ-11 provides an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.

Olympus SZ-11 vs Pentax I-10 Screen and ViewFinder


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Olympus SZ-11 vs Pentax I-10 Specifications
Olympus SZ-11 | Pentax Optio I-10 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Olympus | Pentax |
Model | Olympus SZ-11 | Pentax Optio I-10 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2011-07-27 | 2010-01-25 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | TruePic III+ | Prime |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-500mm (20.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.0-6.9 | f/3.5-5.9 |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | 10cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
Resolution of screen | 460k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Screen tech | TFT Color LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4s | 4s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting rate | 7.0 frames/s | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 9.30 m (@ ISO 1600) | 4.00 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30, 15fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone 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 | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 226 gr (0.50 lb) | 153 gr (0.34 lb) |
Dimensions | 106 x 69 x 40mm (4.2" x 2.7" x 1.6") | 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 | 200 shots | - |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | LI-50B | D-LI92 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Price at launch | $253 | $310 |