Pentax I-10 vs Samsung WB800F

On this page, we will be reviewing the Pentax I-10 versus Samsung WB800F, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Pentax and Samsung. There exists a crucial gap among the image resolutions of the I-10 (12MP) and WB800F (16MP) but both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The I-10 was unveiled 3 years before the WB800F and that is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief overview of how the I-10 matches up vs the WB800F for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Pentax Optio I-10 and Samsung WB800F. The full galleries are available at Pentax I-10 Gallery and Samsung WB800F Gallery.

When you are planning to carry your camera frequently, you need to factor in its weight and volume. The Pentax I-10 enjoys physical dimensions of 101mm x 65mm x 28mm (4.0" x 2.6" x 1.1") and a weight of 153 grams (0.34 lbs) whilst the Samsung WB800F has sizing of 111mm x 65mm x 22mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 0.9") along with a weight of 218 grams (0.48 lbs).

Look at the Pentax I-10 versus Samsung WB800F in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have at the time. Here is a front view proportions comparison of the I-10 against the WB800F.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the I-10 and WB800F is 93 and 92 respectively.

Quite often, it is hard to visualize the gap in sensor sizing simply by checking out specifications. The photograph below will help provide you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the I-10 and WB800F.

To sum up, the 2 cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different resolution. You should expect the Samsung WB800F to provide more detail having an extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop shots a bit more aggressively. The older I-10 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.