Olympus VH-515 vs Pentax I-10
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Olympus VH-515 vs Pentax I-10 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 26-130mm (F2.8-6.5) lens
- 152g - 102 x 60 x 21mm
- Revealed August 2012
(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
- Launched January 2010
Olympus VH-515 vs Pentax I-10 Overview
Below, we will be comparing the Olympus VH-515 vs Pentax I-10, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by brands Olympus and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the VH-515 (12MP) and the I-10 (12MP) is pretty comparable and they come with the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Photography GlossaryThe VH-515 was launched 2 years later than the I-10 and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before getting straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a brief summation of how the VH-515 matches up vs the I-10 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Olympus VH-515 vs Pentax I-10 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus VH-515 and Pentax Optio I-10. The complete galleries are available at Olympus VH-515 Gallery and Pentax I-10 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus VH-515 over the Pentax I-10
VH-515 | I-10 | |||
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Launched | August 2012 | January 2010 | More recent by 32 months | |
Screen dimension | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") | |
Screen resolution | 460k | 230k | Crisper screen (+230k dot) | |
Touch friendly screen | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Pentax I-10 over the Olympus VH-515
I-10 | VH-515 | |||
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Focus manually | Dial exact focusing |
Common features in the Olympus VH-515 and Pentax I-10
VH-515 | I-10 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Lacking selfie screen |
Olympus VH-515 vs Pentax I-10 Physical Comparison
For those who are planning to lug around your camera regularly, you have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Olympus VH-515 features outside measurements of 102mm x 60mm x 21mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.8") and a weight of 152 grams (0.34 lbs) while the Pentax I-10 has dimensions of 101mm x 65mm x 28mm (4.0" x 2.6" x 1.1") having a weight of 153 grams (0.34 lbs).
Compare the Olympus VH-515 vs Pentax I-10 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are working with at that time. The following is the front view physical size comparison of the VH-515 versus the I-10.
Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the VH-515 and I-10 is 95 and 93 respectively.
Olympus VH-515 vs Pentax I-10 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is very hard to envision the contrast in sensor measurements just by going through a spec sheet. The visual here should give you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the VH-515 and I-10.
Clearly, both of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the exact same MP and you should expect comparable quality of photos though you would want to factor the release date of the cameras into account. The fresher VH-515 is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.
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Olympus VH-515 vs Pentax I-10 Specifications
Olympus VH-515 | Pentax Optio I-10 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Olympus | Pentax |
Model type | Olympus VH-515 | Pentax Optio I-10 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2012-08-21 | 2010-01-25 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | TruePic III+ | 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 | 12 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 26-130mm (5.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/2.8-6.5 | f/3.5-5.9 |
Macro focusing range | 5cm | 10cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
Screen resolution | 460k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Screen tech | TFT Color LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4 secs | 4 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 2.0 frames per sec | 1.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.70 m | 4.00 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30,15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 180 (30,15 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 file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 152g (0.34 lbs) | 153g (0.34 lbs) |
Dimensions | 102 x 60 x 21mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.8") | 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 ID | LI-50B | D-LI92 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Launch cost | $648 | $310 |