Pentax I-10 vs Pentax WG-10
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Pentax I-10 vs Pentax WG-10 Key Specs
(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
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 167g - 116 x 59 x 29mm
- Released June 2013

Pentax I-10 vs Pentax WG-10 Overview
Here is a in-depth comparison of the Pentax I-10 vs Pentax WG-10, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Waterproof and both are offered by Pentax. The resolution of the I-10 (12MP) and the WG-10 (14MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras offer the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The I-10 was released 4 years prior to the WG-10 and that is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before we go into a more detailed comparison, here is a simple view of how the I-10 scores against the WG-10 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Pentax I-10 vs Pentax WG-10 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Pentax Optio I-10 and Pentax WG-10. The complete galleries are provided at Pentax I-10 Gallery and Pentax WG-10 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Pentax I-10 over the Pentax WG-10
I-10 | WG-10 |
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Reasons to pick Pentax WG-10 over the Pentax I-10
WG-10 | I-10 | |||
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Released | June 2013 | ![]() | January 2010 | Fresher by 41 months |
Common features in the Pentax I-10 and Pentax WG-10
I-10 | WG-10 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Dial accurate focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen dimensions | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Equal screen sizing |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Exact same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Lacking Touch screen |
Pentax I-10 vs Pentax WG-10 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is intending to carry your camera, you will want to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Pentax I-10 enjoys external dimensions of 101mm x 65mm x 28mm (4.0" x 2.6" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 153 grams (0.34 lbs) whilst the Pentax WG-10 has dimensions of 116mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.6" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).
Analyze the Pentax I-10 vs Pentax WG-10 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you choose at the time. Here is a front view measurements comparison of the I-10 vs the WG-10.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the I-10 and WG-10 is 93 and 93 respectively.

Pentax I-10 vs Pentax WG-10 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it is very difficult to envision the contrast between sensor sizing only by checking technical specs. The graphic below may give you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the I-10 and WG-10.
As you can tell, each of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same MP. You should count on the Pentax WG-10 to resolve extra detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop photographs a bit more aggressively. The older I-10 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.

Pentax I-10 vs Pentax WG-10 Screen and ViewFinder


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Pentax I-10 vs Pentax WG-10 Specifications
Pentax Optio I-10 | Pentax WG-10 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Pentax | Pentax |
Model type | Pentax Optio I-10 | Pentax WG-10 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Introduced | 2010-01-25 | 2013-06-21 |
Body design | 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 | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 14MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4288 x 3216 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 125 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Total focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.5-5.9 | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focusing range | 10cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7" | 2.7" |
Display resolution | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Display tech | - | Widescreen TFT color LCD with anti-reflective coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4 seconds | 4 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0 frames/s | 0.7 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.00 m | 1.20 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) | 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
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 | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 153 gr (0.34 pounds) | 167 gr (0.37 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 101 x 65 x 28mm (4.0" x 2.6" x 1.1") | 116 x 59 x 29mm (4.6" x 2.3" 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 life | - | 260 pictures |
Form of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | D-LI92 | D-LI92 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC card, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Price at launch | $310 | $0 |