Pentax I-10 vs Samsung EX2F
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Pentax I-10 vs Samsung EX2F 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
- Revealed January 2010
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/1.7" Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-80mm (F1.4-2.7) lens
- 294g - 112 x 62 x 29mm
- Revealed December 2012
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Lets take a closer look at the Pentax I-10 vs Samsung EX2F, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by manufacturers Pentax and Samsung. The image resolution of the I-10 (12MP) and the EX2F (12MP) is pretty well matched but the I-10 (1/2.3") and EX2F (1/1.7") offer totally different sensor dimensions.
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe I-10 was introduced 3 years earlier than the EX2F which is quite a significant difference as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before diving right into a in depth comparison, here is a brief summary of how the I-10 scores vs the EX2F with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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The following is a preview of the gallery images for Pentax Optio I-10 & Samsung EX2F. The whole galleries are viewable at Pentax I-10 Gallery & Samsung EX2F Gallery.
Reasons to pick Pentax I-10 over the Samsung EX2F
| I-10 | EX2F | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen resolution | 230k |  | 0k | Clearer screen (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung EX2F over the Pentax I-10
| EX2F | I-10 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Revealed | December 2012 |  | January 2010 | Newer by 35 months |
| Screen type | Fully Articulated |  | Fixed | Fully Articulating screen |
| Screen dimensions | 3" |  | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
| Selfie screen |  | Take selfies |
Common features in the Pentax I-10 and Samsung EX2F
| I-10 | EX2F | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Focus manually |  | Very exact focus | ||
| Touch screen |  | Lacking Touch screen |
Pentax I-10 vs Samsung EX2F Physical Comparison
When you are aiming to travel with your camera regularly, you'll have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Pentax I-10 has physical measurements of 101mm x 65mm x 28mm (4.0" x 2.6" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 153 grams (0.34 lbs) and the Samsung EX2F has dimensions of 112mm x 62mm x 29mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 1.1") having a weight of 294 grams (0.65 lbs).
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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Below is a front view over all size comparison of the I-10 compared to the EX2F.
Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the I-10 and EX2F is 93 and 90 respectively.
Pentax I-10 vs Samsung EX2F Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it's tough to visualise the difference between sensor dimensions purely by reading through technical specs. The image underneath will give you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the I-10 and EX2F.
As you have seen, both of these cameras provide the same resolution albeit not the same sensor dimensions. The I-10 has the tinier sensor which should make getting shallower DOF harder. The more aged I-10 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor tech.
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Pentax I-10 vs Samsung EX2F Specifications
| Pentax Optio I-10 | Samsung EX2F | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Make | Pentax | Samsung |
| Model | Pentax Optio I-10 | Samsung EX2F |
| Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
| Revealed | 2010-01-25 | 2012-12-18 |
| Physical type | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor | Prime | - |
| Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/1.7" |
| Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 7.44 x 5.58mm |
| Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 41.5mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | - |
| Highest resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
| Highest native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
| Minimum native ISO | 80 | 80 |
| RAW images | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Touch focus | ||
| Continuous autofocus | ||
| Autofocus single | ||
| Autofocus tracking | ||
| Autofocus selectice | ||
| Autofocus center weighted | ||
| Autofocus multi area | ||
| Live view autofocus | ||
| Face detection focus | ||
| Contract detection focus | ||
| Phase detection focus | ||
| Number of focus points | 9 | - |
| Cross focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 24-80mm (3.3x) |
| Largest aperture | f/3.5-5.9 | f/1.4-2.7 |
| Macro focus range | 10cm | - |
| Crop factor | 5.8 | 4.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Screen type | Fixed Type | Fully Articulated |
| Screen diagonal | 2.7" | 3" |
| Screen resolution | 230 thousand dots | 0 thousand dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch function | ||
| Screen technology | - | AMOLED |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | Electronic (optional) |
| Features | ||
| Slowest shutter speed | 4 secs | - |
| Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | - |
| Continuous shooting rate | 1.0fps | - |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual mode | ||
| Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
| Custom white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Inbuilt flash | ||
| Flash range | 4.00 m | - |
| Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow syncro, Manual |
| External flash | ||
| Auto exposure bracketing | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment exposure | ||
| Average exposure | ||
| Spot exposure | ||
| Partial exposure | ||
| AF area exposure | ||
| Center weighted exposure | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) | 1920 x 1080 |
| Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
| Video file format | Motion JPEG | H.264 |
| Mic port | ||
| Headphone port | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | Built-In |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environment sealing | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 153 grams (0.34 pounds) | 294 grams (0.65 pounds) |
| Physical dimensions | 101 x 65 x 28mm (4.0" x 2.6" x 1.1") | 112 x 62 x 29mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 1.1") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO All around score | not tested | 48 |
| DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 20.0 |
| DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 11.5 |
| DXO Low light score | not tested | 209 |
| Other | ||
| Battery model | D-LI92 | SLB-10A |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes |
| Time lapse recording | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
| Card slots | One | One |
| Launch pricing | $310 | $478 |