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Pentax I-10 vs Sony S2000

Portability
93
Imaging
34
Features
24
Overall
30
Pentax Optio I-10 front
 
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S2000 front
Portability
93
Imaging
33
Features
17
Overall
26

Pentax I-10 vs Sony S2000 Key Specs

Pentax I-10
(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
  • Released January 2010
Sony S2000
(Full Review)
  • 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 3200
  • 640 x 480 video
  • 33-105mm (F3.1-5.6) lens
  • 167g - 98 x 61 x 27mm
  • Introduced January 2010
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Pentax I-10 vs Sony S2000 Overview

The following is a comprehensive analysis of the Pentax I-10 and Sony S2000, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by rivals Pentax and Sony. The resolution of the I-10 (12MP) and the S2000 (10MP) is relatively close and they enjoy the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The I-10 was introduced at a similar time to the S2000 which means that they are of a similar generation. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving straight into a in depth comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the I-10 grades vs the S2000 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Pentax I-10 over the Sony S2000

 I-10 S2000 
Manually focus More exact focus

Reasons to pick Sony S2000 over the Pentax I-10

 S2000 I-10 
Screen sizing3"2.7"Bigger screen (+0.3")

Common features in the Pentax I-10 and Sony S2000

 I-10 S2000 
IntroducedJanuary 2010January 2010Same generation
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen resolution230k230kIdentical screen resolution
Selfie screen No selfie screen
Touch screen No Touch screen

Pentax I-10 vs Sony S2000 Physical Comparison

If you are aiming to travel with your camera often, you will need to consider its weight and measurements. The Pentax I-10 has outside dimensions of 101mm x 65mm x 28mm (4.0" x 2.6" x 1.1") having a weight of 153 grams (0.34 lbs) and the Sony S2000 has proportions of 98mm x 61mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") having a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).

Compare the Pentax I-10 and Sony S2000 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are employing at that moment. Following is the front view proportions comparison of the I-10 and the S2000.

Pentax I-10 vs Sony S2000 size comparison

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the I-10 and S2000 is 93 and 93 respectively.

Pentax I-10 vs Sony S2000 top view buttons comparison

Pentax I-10 vs Sony S2000 Sensor Comparison

Generally, it is very hard to picture the contrast in sensor dimensions merely by looking through specifications. The image underneath might offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the I-10 and S2000.

To sum up, both cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different resolution. You should count on the Pentax I-10 to result in more detail using its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop shots a little more aggressively.

Pentax I-10 vs Sony S2000 sensor size comparison

Pentax I-10 vs Sony S2000 Screen and ViewFinder

Pentax I-10 vs Sony S2000 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Pentax I-10 Portrait photography advice
Sony S2000 Portrait photography advice
27
you can focus manually
lack of manual mode
no external flash support
low MP (12MP)
very small sensor (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
19
manual focus not available
lack of manual mode
external flash not possible
MP count low (10 megapixels)
sensor is small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
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Street Comparison

Pentax I-10 Street photography details
Sony S2000 Street photography details
56
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
screen does not articulate
very small sensor (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
46
no moving screen
does not have image stabilization
sensor is small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
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Sports Comparison

Pentax I-10 Sports photography factors
Sony S2000 Sports photography factors
31
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
supports tracking focus
slow frames per second (1.0 frames per second)
no shutter priority mode
low MP (12 megapixels)
very small sensor (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect autofocus
16
maximum shutter speed is a little low (1/1,200s)
continuous shooting slow (1.0 frames per second)
lack of shutter priority mode
does not have image stabilization
MP count low (10MP)
sensor is small (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Pentax I-10 Travel photography features
Sony S2000 Travel photography features
57
built-in flash
fairly wide (28mm)
no Timelapse mode
low MP (12 megapixels)
display isn't selfie friendly
sluggish max aperture (f3.5)
50
flash built-in
does not have Time Lapse recording
MP count low (10MP)
display is not selfie friendly
wide angle not the best (33mm)
slow max aperture (f3.1)
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Landscape Comparison

Pentax I-10 Landscape photography information
Sony S2000 Landscape photography information
36
you can focus manually
fairly wide (28mm)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
cannot switch lens (fixed lens mount)
sluggish max aperture (f3.5)
small screen (2.7 inch)
lack of manual mode
low MP (12MP)
very small sensor (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
no Timelapse mode
27
screen size is good (3")
manual focus not available
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not the best (33mm)
slow max aperture (f3.1)
lack of manual mode
does not have image stabilization
MP count low (10 megapixels)
sensor is small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
does not have Time Lapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

Pentax I-10 as a Vlogging camera
Sony S2000 as a Vlogging camera
28
fairly wide (28mm)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
sluggish max aperture (f3.5)
display isn't selfie friendly
video resolution low (1280 x 720 pxls)
no microphone support
21
wide angle not the best (33mm)
slow max aperture (f3.1)
display is not selfie friendly
does not have image stabilization
low quality video (640 x 480 pixels)
does not have external mic support
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Pentax I-10 vs Sony S2000 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Pentax I-10 and Sony S2000
 Pentax Optio I-10Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S2000
General Information
Company Pentax Sony
Model type Pentax Optio I-10 Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S2000
Category Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Compact
Released 2010-01-25 2010-01-07
Physical type Compact Compact
Sensor Information
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Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor surface area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 12MP 10MP
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 and 16:9 4:3 and 16:9
Maximum resolution 4000 x 3000 3456 x 2592
Maximum native ISO 6400 3200
Lowest native ISO 80 100
RAW format
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Autofocus touch
Continuous autofocus
Autofocus single
Tracking autofocus
Selective autofocus
Autofocus center weighted
Autofocus multi area
Autofocus live view
Face detect autofocus
Contract detect autofocus
Phase detect autofocus
Total focus points 9 9
Lens
Lens support fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 28-140mm (5.0x) 33-105mm (3.2x)
Maximum aperture f/3.5-5.9 f/3.1-5.6
Macro focusing range 10cm 5cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Type of display Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display size 2.7 inches 3 inches
Display resolution 230 thousand dots 230 thousand dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch display
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Slowest shutter speed 4 secs 1 secs
Maximum shutter speed 1/2000 secs 1/1200 secs
Continuous shooting rate 1.0 frames/s 1.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual mode
Custom white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash distance 4.00 m 3.30 m
Flash options Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft Auto, On, Off, Slow syncro
External flash
AEB
White balance 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) 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps)
Maximum video resolution 1280x720 640x480
Video data format Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
Mic support
Headphone support
Connectivity
Wireless Eye-Fi Connected None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 153 grams (0.34 pounds) 167 grams (0.37 pounds)
Dimensions 101 x 65 x 28mm (4.0" x 2.6" x 1.1") 98 x 61 x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1")
DXO scores
DXO All around 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 2 x AA
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse recording
Storage type SD/SDHC, Internal Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo, optional SD, Internal
Card slots 1 1
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