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Pentax I-10 vs Pentax RZ10

Portability
93
Imaging
35
Features
24
Overall
30
Pentax Optio I-10 front
 
Pentax Optio RZ10 front
Portability
92
Imaging
37
Features
31
Overall
34

Pentax I-10 vs Pentax RZ10 Key Specs

Pentax I-10
(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
Pentax RZ10
(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
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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 Glossary

The 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.

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Reasons to pick Pentax I-10 over the Pentax RZ10

 I-10 RZ10 

Reasons to pick Pentax RZ10 over the Pentax I-10

 RZ10 I-10 
IntroducedJuly 2011January 2010Newer by 18 months

Common features in the Pentax I-10 and Pentax RZ10

 I-10 RZ10 
Manual focus Dial exact focus
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen sizing2.7"2.7"Equivalent screen dimensions
Screen resolution230k230kSame 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. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

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.

Pentax I-10 vs Pentax RZ10 size comparison

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the I-10 and RZ10 is 93 and 92 respectively.

Pentax I-10 vs Pentax RZ10 top view buttons comparison

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 sensor size comparison

Pentax I-10 vs Pentax RZ10 Screen and ViewFinder

Pentax I-10 vs Pentax RZ10 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Pentax I-10 Portrait photography details
Pentax RZ10 Portrait photography details
27
has manual focus
no manual exposure
can't use external flash
megapixel count low (12 megapixels)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
35
focusing manually
decent MP (14 megapixels)
manual mode not possible
external flash not possible
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
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Street Comparison

Pentax I-10 Street photography details
Pentax RZ10 Street photography details
56
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
no moving screen
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
61
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
weather proofing
screen is fixed
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
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Sports Comparison

Pentax I-10 Sports photography highlights
Pentax RZ10 Sports photography highlights
31
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
comes with tracking autofocus
very slow continuous shooting (1.0 frames/s)
no shutter priority
megapixel count low (12 megapixels)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
has no phase detect autofocus
40
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
decent MP (14 megapixels)
offers tracking focus
weather proofing
painfully slow continuous shooting (1.0 frames/s)
no shutter priority mode
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
terrible battery (178 shots)
has no phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Pentax I-10 Travel photography advice
Pentax RZ10 Travel photography advice
57
has built in flash
reasonably wide (28mm)
does not have Timelapse function
megapixel count low (12 megapixels)
screen isn't selfie friendly
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.5)
66
weather proofing
decent MP (14 megapixels)
built-in flash
reasonably wide (28mm)
very long reach (280mm)
no Timelapse function
terrible battery (178 shots)
screen is not selfie friendly
slow max aperture (f3.2)
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Landscape Comparison

Pentax I-10 as a Landscape photography camera
Pentax RZ10 as a Landscape photography camera
36
has manual focus
reasonably wide (28mm)
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
cannot swap lenses (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.5)
small screen (2.7 inch)
no manual exposure
megapixel count low (12MP)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
does not have Timelapse function
43
focusing manually
reasonably wide (28mm)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
decent MP (14 megapixels)
weather proofing
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
slow max aperture (f3.2)
tiny screen (2.7")
manual mode not possible
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
terrible battery (178 per charge)
no Timelapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Pentax I-10 Vlogging highlights
Pentax RZ10 Vlogging highlights
28
reasonably wide (28mm)
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.5)
screen isn't selfie friendly
low quality video (1280 x 720 pxls)
does not have external microphone jack
28
reasonably wide (28mm)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
slow max aperture (f3.2)
screen is not selfie friendly
low video resolution (1280 x 720 resolution)
no microphone support
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Pentax I-10 vs Pentax RZ10 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Pentax I-10 and Pentax RZ10
 Pentax Optio I-10Pentax Optio RZ10
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