Pentax I-10 vs Sony HX7V

Here is a detailed assessment of the Pentax I-10 versus Sony HX7V, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by rivals Pentax and Sony. There exists a crucial gap among the resolutions of the I-10 (12MP) and HX7V (16MP) but both cameras offer the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The I-10 was manufactured 18 months earlier than the HX7V which makes them a generation apart from one another. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before diving into a more detailed comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the I-10 matches up against the HX7V when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Pentax Optio I-10 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX7V. The entire galleries are available at Pentax I-10 Gallery and Sony HX7V Gallery.

For those who are going to carry your camera, you will have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Pentax I-10 features exterior dimensions 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 Sony HX7V has measurements of 102mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 208 grams (0.46 lbs).

Examine the Pentax I-10 versus Sony HX7V in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you choose at the time. Underneath is a front view sizing comparison of the I-10 against the HX7V.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the I-10 and HX7V is 93 and 92 respectively.

Sometimes, it is tough to visualize the contrast in sensor sizing simply by checking out technical specs. The graphic below might provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the I-10 and HX7V.

As you can tell, each of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different megapixels. You should expect the Sony HX7V to provide more detail due to its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop photographs a bit more aggressively. The older I-10 will be behind in sensor technology.