Pentax I-10 vs Samsung WB700
93 Imaging
34 Features
24 Overall
30


98 Imaging
36 Features
21 Overall
30
Pentax I-10 vs Samsung WB700 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
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 0 - 0
- 1280 x 720 video
- ()mm (F) lens
- n/ag - 100 x 59 x 22mm
- Released December 2010

Pentax I-10 vs Samsung WB700 Overview
Here, we will be reviewing the Pentax I-10 versus Samsung WB700, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by manufacturers Pentax and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the I-10 (12MP) and the WB700 (14MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras provide the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The I-10 was announced 11 months earlier than the WB700 so they are of a similar age. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before we go into a full comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the I-10 grades against the WB700 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Pentax I-10 vs Samsung WB700 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery images for Pentax Optio I-10 & Samsung WB700. The whole galleries are provided at Pentax I-10 Gallery & Samsung WB700 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Pentax I-10 over the Samsung WB700
I-10 | WB700 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | More accurate focus |
Reasons to pick Samsung WB700 over the Pentax I-10
WB700 | I-10 | |||
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Released | December 2010 | ![]() | January 2010 | Newer by 11 months |
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 614k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer screen (+384k dot) |
Common features in the Pentax I-10 and Samsung WB700
I-10 | WB700 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither features Touch screen |
Pentax I-10 vs Samsung WB700 Physical Comparison
When you are intending to travel with your camera often, you're going to have to think about its weight and proportions. The Pentax I-10 enjoys external measurements of 101mm x 65mm x 28mm (4.0" x 2.6" x 1.1") along with a weight of 153 grams (0.34 lbs) and the Samsung WB700 has measurements of 100mm x 59mm x 22mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") having a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).
Take a look at the Pentax I-10 versus Samsung WB700 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you select at that time. Underneath is a front view measurement comparison of the I-10 vs the WB700.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the I-10 and WB700 is 93 and 98 respectively.

Pentax I-10 vs Samsung WB700 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it is difficult to picture the contrast in sensor dimensions just by checking out specifications. The image here may give you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the I-10 and WB700.
To sum up, both cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different MP. You can expect the Samsung WB700 to show greater detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop shots way more aggressively. The more aged I-10 will be behind in sensor technology.

Pentax I-10 vs Samsung WB700 Screen and ViewFinder


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Pentax I-10 vs Samsung WB700 Specifications
Pentax Optio I-10 | Samsung WB700 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Pentax | Samsung |
Model type | Pentax Optio I-10 | Samsung WB700 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2010-01-25 | 2010-12-28 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
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 | 12MP | 14MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | - |
Highest Possible resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4320 x 3240 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | - |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | () |
Maximal aperture | f/3.5-5.9 | - |
Macro focusing distance | 10cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.7" | 3" |
Resolution of display | 230k dot | 614k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4 seconds | 30 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.00 m | - |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft | - |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
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 |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | H.264 |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | none |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 153 gr (0.34 lb) | - |
Physical dimensions | 101 x 65 x 28mm (4.0" x 2.6" x 1.1") | 100 x 59 x 22mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") |
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 ID | D-LI92 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | - |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC, Internal | - |
Storage slots | One | One |
Pricing at release | $310 | $300 |