Pentax I-10 vs Sony A230

Here, we are analyzing the Pentax I-10 and Sony A230, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Entry-Level DSLR by manufacturers Pentax and Sony. The image resolution of the I-10 (12MP) and the A230 (10MP) is very similar but the I-10 (1/2.3") and A230 (APS-C) offer totally different sensor measurements.

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The I-10 was launched 9 months later than the A230 so they are both of a similar age. The two cameras feature different body design with the Pentax I-10 being a Compact camera and the Sony A230 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before delving right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the I-10 matches up versus the A230 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Pentax Optio I-10 & Sony Alpha DSLR-A230. The complete galleries are viewable at Pentax I-10 Gallery & Sony A230 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to carry your camera, you should think about its weight and volume. The Pentax I-10 has got 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 Sony A230 has sizing of 128mm x 97mm x 68mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.7") along with a weight of 490 grams (1.08 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you use at the time. Following is a front view measurements comparison of the I-10 compared to the A230.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the I-10 and A230 is 93 and 69 respectively.

More often than not, it is difficult to visualise the difference between sensor sizing purely by reviewing a spec sheet. The visual below will offer you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the I-10 and A230.

As you can see, both of those cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The I-10 because of its tinier sensor will make shooting shallower DOF trickier and the Pentax I-10 will deliver more detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop photos way more aggressively. The newer I-10 is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.