Olympus SP-100 vs Pentax I-10
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Olympus SP-100 vs Pentax I-10 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 6400 (Boost to 12800)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-1200mm (F2.9-6.5) lens
- 594g - 122 x 91 x 133mm
- Launched January 2014
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.9) lens
- 153g - 101 x 65 x 28mm
- Revealed January 2010
Olympus SP-100 vs Pentax I-10 Overview
Below, we will be evaluating the Olympus SP-100 vs Pentax I-10, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Olympus and Pentax. There exists a sizeable gap among the sensor resolutions of the SP-100 (16MP) and I-10 (12MP) but they feature the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe SP-100 was launched 4 years after the I-10 which is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras come with different body type with the Olympus SP-100 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Pentax I-10 being a Compact camera.
Before we go through a thorough comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the SP-100 scores versus the I-10 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Olympus SP-100 vs Pentax I-10 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus Stylus SP-100 and Pentax Optio I-10. The complete galleries are viewable at Olympus SP-100 Gallery and Pentax I-10 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus SP-100 over the Pentax I-10
SP-100 | I-10 | |||
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Revealed | January 2014 | January 2010 | Newer by 49 months | |
Screen dimension | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") | |
Screen resolution | 460k | 230k | Clearer screen (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Pentax I-10 over the Olympus SP-100
I-10 | SP-100 |
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Common features in the Olympus SP-100 and Pentax I-10
SP-100 | I-10 | |||
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Manually focus | Dial precise focusing | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Neither contains selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Neither contains Touch screen |
Olympus SP-100 vs Pentax I-10 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is intending to travel with your camera, you will have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Olympus SP-100 has got external dimensions of 122mm x 91mm x 133mm (4.8" x 3.6" x 5.2") and a weight of 594 grams (1.31 lbs) while the Pentax I-10 has dimensions of 101mm x 65mm x 28mm (4.0" x 2.6" x 1.1") with a weight of 153 grams (0.34 lbs).
Check out the Olympus SP-100 vs Pentax I-10 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you use during that time. Following is the front view scale comparison of the SP-100 versus the I-10.
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SP-100 and I-10 is 63 and 93 respectively.
Olympus SP-100 vs Pentax I-10 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is tough to envision the gap in sensor dimensions merely by seeing technical specs. The image below will help give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the SP-100 and I-10.
As you have seen, both of these cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same resolution. You should count on the Olympus SP-100 to produce greater detail utilizing its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop shots much more aggressively. The younger SP-100 will have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.
Olympus SP-100 vs Pentax I-10 Screen and ViewFinder
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Olympus SP-100 vs Pentax I-10 Specifications
Olympus Stylus SP-100 | Pentax Optio I-10 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Olympus | Pentax |
Model type | Olympus Stylus SP-100 | Pentax Optio I-10 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2014-01-29 | 2010-01-25 |
Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | Prime |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | 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 | 16 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Maximum boosted ISO | 12800 | - |
Min native ISO | 125 | 80 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-1200mm (50.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/2.9-6.5 | f/3.5-5.9 |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | 10cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3" | 2.7" |
Screen resolution | 460k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Screen tech | TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder resolution | 920k dot | - |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30 seconds | 4 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1700 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 7.0 frames/s | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 4.00 m |
Flash settings | Auto, Red Eye Reduction, Fill-in, Off | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 30p), 1280 x 720 (60p), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Optional | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 594 grams (1.31 lb) | 153 grams (0.34 lb) |
Dimensions | 122 x 91 x 133mm (4.8" x 3.6" x 5.2") | 101 x 65 x 28mm (4.0" x 2.6" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 330 images | - |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | LI-92B | D-LI92 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 secs, custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC, internal | SD/SDHC, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at launch | $400 | $310 |