Pentax I-10 vs Sony HX100V

In this write-up, we will be comparing the Pentax I-10 versus Sony HX100V, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Pentax and Sony. There is a large difference between the resolutions of the I-10 (12MP) and HX100V (16MP) but they come with the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The I-10 was announced 21 months earlier than the HX100V which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Pentax I-10 being a Compact camera and the Sony HX100V being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before delving straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the I-10 grades versus the HX100V in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Pentax Optio I-10 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX100V. The whole galleries are viewable at Pentax I-10 Gallery & Sony HX100V Gallery.

In case you're planning to carry around your camera, you will have to think about its weight and measurements. The Pentax I-10 has got outside 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 Sony HX100V has proportions of 122mm x 87mm x 93mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 3.7") and a weight of 577 grams (1.27 lbs).

Check the Pentax I-10 versus Sony HX100V in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you choose at that time. Here is the front view measurements comparison of the I-10 vs the HX100V.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the I-10 and HX100V is 93 and 66 respectively.

Often, it is very hard to envision the contrast between sensor sizes only by reading specifications. The pic below will help offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the I-10 and HX100V.

Plainly, the two cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same resolution. You can expect the Sony HX100V to offer you extra detail with its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop photographs a little more aggressively. The more aged I-10 is going to be behind with regard to sensor innovation.