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Panasonic S1 vs Pentax I-10

Portability
96
Imaging
35
Features
21
Overall
29
Panasonic Lumix DMC-S1 front
 
Pentax Optio I-10 front
Portability
93
Imaging
35
Features
24
Overall
30

Panasonic S1 vs Pentax I-10 Key Specs

Panasonic S1
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 6400
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 28-112mm (F3.1-5.6) lens
  • 117g - 99 x 59 x 21mm
  • Released January 2011
Pentax I-10
(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
  • Introduced January 2010
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Panasonic S1 vs Pentax I-10 Overview

Below is a extended analysis of the Panasonic S1 versus Pentax I-10, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by rivals Panasonic and Pentax. The image resolution of the S1 (12MP) and the I-10 (12MP) is fairly comparable and they come with the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The S1 was announced 12 months later than the I-10 and they are both of a similar age. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving through a detailed comparison, below is a quick overview of how the S1 matches up vs the I-10 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

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Reasons to pick Panasonic S1 over the Pentax I-10

 S1 I-10 
IntroducedJanuary 2011January 2010More recent by 12 months

Reasons to pick Pentax I-10 over the Panasonic S1

 I-10 S1 
Focus manually Dial accurate focus

Common features in the Panasonic S1 and Pentax I-10

 S1 I-10 
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display dimension2.7"2.7"Identical display dimensions
Display resolution230k230kSame display resolution
Selfie screen Neither includes selfie screen
Touch display Neither includes Touch display

Panasonic S1 vs Pentax I-10 Physical Comparison

In case you're intending to lug around your camera often, you will want to factor in its weight and size. The Panasonic S1 features external dimensions of 99mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") with a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs) whilst 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).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are employing during that time. Here is the front view physical size comparison of the S1 and the I-10.

Panasonic S1 vs Pentax I-10 size comparison

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S1 and I-10 is 96 and 93 respectively.

Panasonic S1 vs Pentax I-10 top view buttons comparison

Panasonic S1 vs Pentax I-10 Sensor Comparison

Sometimes, it is hard to see the difference in sensor measurements simply by checking out technical specs. The graphic here may provide you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the S1 and I-10.

As you have seen, both the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the identical resolution and you can expect comparable quality of photos but you really should factor the age of the cameras into account. The younger S1 will have a benefit with regard to sensor technology.

Panasonic S1 vs Pentax I-10 sensor size comparison

Panasonic S1 vs Pentax I-10 Screen and ViewFinder

Panasonic S1 vs Pentax I-10 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
Photography Glossary

Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Panasonic S1 as a Portrait photography camera
Pentax I-10 as a Portrait photography camera
21
focusing manually not possible
no manual mode
external flash not possible
sensor resolution low (12MP)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
27
manual focus
manual mode not possible
can't use external flash
MP count low (12 megapixels)
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
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Street Comparison

Panasonic S1 Street photography details
Pentax I-10 Street photography details
63
built in image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than competitors in class (117g)
screen is fixed
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
56
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
no articulating screen
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
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Sports Comparison

Sports photography with Panasonic S1
Sports photography with Pentax I-10
27
built in image stabilization (Optical)
no shutter priority
sensor resolution low (12MP)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
has no phase detect autofocus
31
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
features tracking autofocus
max fps very slow (1.0 frames/s)
no shutter priority mode
MP count low (12 megapixels)
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Panasonic S1
Travel photography with Pentax I-10
62
lighter than competitors in class (117g)
has built in flash
quite wide (28mm)
missing Time Lapse function
sensor resolution low (12MP)
display is not selfie friendly
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.1)
57
flash built-in
decently wide (28mm)
does not have Timelapse mode
MP count low (12MP)
does not offer selfie friendly display
slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
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Landscape Comparison

Panasonic S1 Landscape photography factors
Pentax I-10 Landscape photography factors
32
quite wide (28mm)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
focusing manually not possible
can't change lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.1)
screen is small (2.7 inches)
no manual mode
sensor resolution low (12MP)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
missing Time Lapse function
36
manual focus
decently wide (28mm)
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
cannot change lens (fixed lens mount)
slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
screen is small (2.7 inches)
manual mode not possible
MP count low (12MP)
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
does not have Timelapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Panasonic S1 Vlogging information
Pentax I-10 Vlogging information
31
quite wide (28mm)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than competitors in class (117g)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.1)
display is not selfie friendly
low res video (1280 x 720 resolution)
missing mic jack
28
decently wide (28mm)
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
does not offer selfie friendly display
video quality not great (1280 x 720 resolution)
does not have external microphone socket
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Panasonic S1 vs Pentax I-10 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Panasonic S1 and Pentax I-10
 Panasonic Lumix DMC-S1Pentax Optio I-10
General Information
Brand Panasonic Pentax
Model Panasonic Lumix DMC-S1 Pentax Optio I-10
Class Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Compact
Released 2011-01-05 2010-01-25
Physical type Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Powered by Venus Engine IV Prime
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor measurements 6.08 x 4.56mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor area 27.7mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 12MP 12MP
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 4:3 and 16:9
Highest Possible resolution 4000 x 3000 4000 x 3000
Maximum native ISO 6400 6400
Min native ISO 100 80
RAW support
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Autofocus touch
Autofocus continuous
Autofocus single
Autofocus tracking
Selective autofocus
Center weighted autofocus
Multi area autofocus
Autofocus live view
Face detect autofocus
Contract detect autofocus
Phase detect autofocus
Number of focus points 11 9
Lens
Lens mounting type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 28-112mm (4.0x) 28-140mm (5.0x)
Largest aperture f/3.1-5.6 f/3.5-5.9
Macro focus range 5cm 10cm
Focal length multiplier 5.9 5.8
Screen
Type of display Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display size 2.7 inches 2.7 inches
Resolution of display 230 thousand dots 230 thousand dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch function
Display tech TFT LCD -
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Min shutter speed 8 seconds 4 seconds
Max shutter speed 1/1600 seconds 1/2000 seconds
Continuous shutter rate - 1.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash range 3.30 m 4.00 m
Flash options Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft
External flash
Auto exposure bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1280 x 720 (30fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps)
Maximum video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video data 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 117 gr (0.26 lbs) 153 gr (0.34 lbs)
Dimensions 99 x 59 x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") 101 x 65 x 28mm (4.0" x 2.6" x 1.1")
DXO scores
DXO Overall 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 240 pictures -
Form of battery Battery Pack -
Battery model - D-LI92
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse feature
Storage type SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal SD/SDHC, Internal
Card slots 1 1
Retail price $269 $310