Olympus 1 vs Pentax I-10

In this article, we are comparing the Olympus 1 and Pentax I-10, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Olympus and Pentax. The image resolution of the 1 (12MP) and the I-10 (12MP) is very close but the 1 (1/1.7") and I-10 (1/2.3") enjoy totally different sensor size.

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The 1 was introduced 3 years later than the I-10 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras offer different body type with the Olympus 1 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Pentax I-10 being a Compact camera.

Before delving in to a complete comparison, below is a short view of how the 1 scores versus the I-10 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus Stylus 1 and Pentax Optio I-10. The whole galleries are provided at Olympus 1 Gallery and Pentax I-10 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to lug around your camera often, you will need to factor in its weight and size. The Olympus 1 features outer measurements of 116mm x 87mm x 57mm (4.6" x 3.4" x 2.2") with a weight of 402 grams (0.89 lbs) while the Pentax I-10 has specifications 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 Olympus 1 and Pentax I-10 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have at that time. Here is the front view overall size comparison of the 1 and the I-10.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the 1 and I-10 is 79 and 93 respectively.

Oftentimes, its tough to envision the difference in sensor measurements merely by researching specs. The graphic underneath will help provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the 1 and I-10.

As you can plainly see, both of these cameras enjoy the same exact MP but not the same sensor measurements. The 1 includes the larger sensor which is going to make getting shallower depth of field less difficult. The more recent 1 will have an advantage in sensor tech.