Pentax I-10 vs Pentax RZ10
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Pentax I-10 vs Pentax RZ10 Key Specs
(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
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-280mm (F3.2-5.9) lens
- 178g - 97 x 61 x 33mm
- Introduced July 2011
Pentax I-10 vs Pentax RZ10 Overview
The following is a thorough assessment of the Pentax I-10 versus Pentax RZ10, both Small Sensor Compact cameras and both are offered by Pentax. The sensor resolution of the I-10 (12MP) and the RZ10 (14MP) is pretty comparable and they enjoy the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Photography GlossaryThe I-10 was introduced 18 months before the RZ10 which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before delving through a detailed comparison, below is a brief view of how the I-10 matches up vs the RZ10 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Pentax I-10 vs Pentax RZ10 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery images for Pentax Optio I-10 and Pentax Optio RZ10. The whole galleries are available at Pentax I-10 Gallery and Pentax RZ10 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Pentax I-10 over the Pentax RZ10
I-10 | RZ10 |
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Reasons to pick Pentax RZ10 over the Pentax I-10
RZ10 | I-10 | |||
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Introduced | July 2011 | January 2010 | Newer by 18 months |
Common features in the Pentax I-10 and Pentax RZ10
I-10 | RZ10 | |||
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Manual focus | Dial exact focus | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen sizing | 2.7" | 2.7" | Equivalent screen dimensions | |
Screen resolution | 230k | 230k | Same screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | Lack of selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Lack of Touch screen |
Pentax I-10 vs Pentax RZ10 Physical Comparison
For those who are going to travel with your camera frequently, you will want to think about its weight and size. The Pentax I-10 has external measurements of 101mm x 65mm x 28mm (4.0" x 2.6" x 1.1") with a weight of 153 grams (0.34 lbs) while the Pentax RZ10 has specifications of 97mm x 61mm x 33mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 178 grams (0.39 lbs).
Look at the Pentax I-10 versus Pentax RZ10 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have during that time. Here is the front view measurements comparison of the I-10 vs the RZ10.
Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the I-10 and RZ10 is 93 and 92 respectively.
Pentax I-10 vs Pentax RZ10 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is difficult to see the gap in sensor dimensions simply by checking out technical specs. The picture underneath will help give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the I-10 and RZ10.
As you have seen, both the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same megapixels. You should expect the Pentax RZ10 to show extra detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will allow you to crop photographs a little more aggressively. The more aged I-10 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.
Pentax I-10 vs Pentax RZ10 Screen and ViewFinder
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Pentax I-10 vs Pentax RZ10 Specifications
Pentax Optio I-10 | Pentax Optio RZ10 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Pentax | Pentax |
Model type | Pentax Optio I-10 | Pentax Optio RZ10 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2010-01-25 | 2011-07-19 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Prime | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4288 x 3216 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Total focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 28-280mm (10.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.5-5.9 | f/3.2-5.9 |
Macro focusing range | 10cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.7 inch | 2.7 inch |
Resolution of screen | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Screen tech | - | TFT color LCD with Anti-reflective coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4s | 4s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting rate | 1.0 frames per sec | 1.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.00 m | 2.80 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 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 file format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
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 | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 153 grams (0.34 pounds) | 178 grams (0.39 pounds) |
Dimensions | 101 x 65 x 28mm (4.0" x 2.6" x 1.1") | 97 x 61 x 33mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.3") |
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 | - | 178 images |
Battery style | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | D-LI92 | D-LI92 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at launch | $310 | $200 |