Panasonic SZ8 vs Pentax I-10
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Panasonic SZ8 vs Pentax I-10 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Increase to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-288mm (F3.1-6.3) lens
- 159g - 100 x 60 x 27mm
- Launched January 2014
(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
- Released January 2010
Panasonic SZ8 vs Pentax I-10 Overview
On this page, we are contrasting the Panasonic SZ8 versus Pentax I-10, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Panasonic and Pentax. There is a considerable difference among the image resolutions of the SZ8 (16MP) and I-10 (12MP) but both cameras posses the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe SZ8 was revealed 4 years later than the I-10 and that is a fairly large difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before getting straight to a thorough comparison, here is a brief view of how the SZ8 grades vs the I-10 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Panasonic SZ8 vs Pentax I-10 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ8 & Pentax Optio I-10. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic SZ8 Gallery & Pentax I-10 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic SZ8 over the Pentax I-10
SZ8 | I-10 | |||
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Released | January 2014 | January 2010 | More recent by 49 months | |
Display dimensions | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Display resolution | 460k | 230k | Clearer display (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Pentax I-10 over the Panasonic SZ8
I-10 | SZ8 | |||
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Manual focus | Very accurate focus |
Common features in the Panasonic SZ8 and Pentax I-10
SZ8 | I-10 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Lack of selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Lack of Touch display |
Panasonic SZ8 vs Pentax I-10 Physical Comparison
If you are looking to lug around your camera, you'll need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Panasonic SZ8 enjoys outside measurements of 100mm x 60mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") and a weight of 159 grams (0.35 lbs) and the Pentax I-10 has proportions of 101mm x 65mm x 28mm (4.0" x 2.6" x 1.1") having a weight of 153 grams (0.34 lbs).
Check the Panasonic SZ8 versus Pentax I-10 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you have at the time. Following is a front view sizing comparison of the SZ8 vs the I-10.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the SZ8 and I-10 is 94 and 93 respectively.
Panasonic SZ8 vs Pentax I-10 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is tough to see the difference in sensor measurements just by researching technical specs. The graphic here might give you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the SZ8 and I-10.
As you have seen, both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same megapixels. You can anticipate the Panasonic SZ8 to result in more detail because of its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop photos more aggressively. The newer SZ8 is going to have a benefit in sensor technology.
Panasonic SZ8 vs Pentax I-10 Screen and ViewFinder
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Panasonic SZ8 vs Pentax I-10 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ8 | Pentax Optio I-10 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Panasonic | Pentax |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ8 | Pentax Optio I-10 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2014-01-06 | 2010-01-25 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Venus Engine | Prime |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 12MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | 6400 | - |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-288mm (12.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.1-6.3 | f/3.5-5.9 |
Macro focusing distance | - | 10cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
Screen resolution | 460 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen technology | TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 8s | 4s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0 frames per sec | 1.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.20 m | 4.00 m |
Flash settings | Auto, Auto/Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Slow Sync./Red-eye Reduction, Forced Off | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p), 320 x 240 (30p) | 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 |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | 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 | 159g (0.35 lb) | 153g (0.34 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 100 x 60 x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") | 101 x 65 x 28mm (4.0" x 2.6" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 | 200 pictures | - |
Battery format | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | - | D-LI92 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch cost | $275 | $310 |