Pentax I-10 vs Sony T99
93 Imaging
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Pentax I-10 vs Sony T99 Key Specs
(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
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-100mm (F3.5-4.6) lens
- 121g - 93 x 56 x 17mm
- Revealed July 2010
Pentax I-10 vs Sony T99 Overview
Below is a thorough comparison of the Pentax I-10 versus Sony T99, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Ultracompact by rivals Pentax and Sony. The image resolution of the I-10 (12MP) and the T99 (14MP) is fairly comparable and they enjoy the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").
Apple Innovates by Creating Next-Level Optical Stabilization for iPhoneThe I-10 was launched 5 months before the T99 so they are both of a similar generation. Each of these cameras come with different body type with the Pentax I-10 being a Compact camera and the Sony T99 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before going straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a brief overview of how the I-10 grades vs the T99 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Pentax I-10 vs Sony T99 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Pentax Optio I-10 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T99. The complete galleries are provided at Pentax I-10 Gallery and Sony T99 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Pentax I-10 over the Sony T99
I-10 | T99 | |||
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Focus manually | Very exact focusing |
Reasons to pick Sony T99 over the Pentax I-10
T99 | I-10 | |||
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Display dimension | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Pentax I-10 and Sony T99
I-10 | T99 | |||
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Revealed | January 2010 | July 2010 | Same generation | |
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display resolution | 230k | 230k | The same display resolution | |
Selfie screen | Lack of selfie screen |
Pentax I-10 vs Sony T99 Physical Comparison
If you are looking to lug around your camera often, you are going to need to factor its weight and size. The Pentax I-10 enjoys exterior 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) while the Sony T99 has specifications of 93mm x 56mm x 17mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") with a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs).
Examine the Pentax I-10 versus Sony T99 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are working with during that time. Underneath is the front view proportions comparison of the I-10 against the T99.
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the I-10 and T99 is 93 and 96 respectively.
Pentax I-10 vs Sony T99 Sensor Comparison
Normally, its tough to envision the difference in sensor measurements merely by checking out technical specs. The photograph here will give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the I-10 and T99.
As you can tell, both of those cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but not the same megapixels. You should anticipate the Sony T99 to show more detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop images somewhat more aggressively.
Pentax I-10 vs Sony T99 Screen and ViewFinder
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Pentax I-10 vs Sony T99 Specifications
Pentax Optio I-10 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T99 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Pentax | Sony |
Model | Pentax Optio I-10 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T99 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Ultracompact |
Released | 2010-01-25 | 2010-07-08 |
Body design | Compact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Prime | Bionz |
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 | 14MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4320 x 3240 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.5-5.9 | f/3.5-4.6 |
Macro focus distance | 10cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4 seconds | 2 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1250 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0 frames per sec | 10.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 4.00 m | 4.60 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft | Auto, On, Off, Red eye, Slow syncro |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4 |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 153g (0.34 lb) | 121g (0.27 lb) |
Dimensions | 101 x 65 x 28mm (4.0" x 2.6" x 1.1") | 93 x 56 x 17mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery model | D-LI92 | NP-BN1 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, portrait1, portrait2) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD/ SDHC/ SDXC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Retail cost | $310 | $179 |