Olympus SP-100 vs Pentax I-10

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").

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The 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.

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.

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).

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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.

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.