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Pentax I-10 vs Sony WX70

Portability
93 Imaging
34 Features
24 Overall
30
Pentax Optio I-10 front
 
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX70 front
Portability
97 Imaging
39 Features
46 Overall
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Pentax I-10 vs Sony WX70 Key Specs

Pentax I-10
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 6400
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 28-140mm (F3.5-5.9) lens
  • 153g - 101 x 65 x 28mm
  • Introduced January 2010
Sony WX70
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 12800
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 25-125mm (F2.6-6.3) lens
  • 114g - 92 x 52 x 19mm
  • Announced January 2012
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Pentax I-10 vs Sony WX70 Overview

Following is a comprehensive analysis of the Pentax I-10 vs Sony WX70, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by manufacturers Pentax and Sony. There exists a large gap between the image resolutions of the I-10 (12MP) and WX70 (16MP) but they use the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The I-10 was introduced 24 months before the WX70 making the cameras a generation away from one another. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go straight into a complete comparison, below is a brief summation of how the I-10 scores against the WX70 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Pentax I-10 over the Sony WX70

          

          

            
 I-10 WX70 
Manual focus  Very exact focus
          

        


        

          

            
Reasons to pick Sony WX70 over the Pentax I-10

          

          

            
 WX70 I-10 
AnnouncedJanuary 2012January 2010More modern by 24 months
Display sizing3"2.7"Larger display (+0.3")
Display resolution922k230kCrisper display (+692k dot)
Touch friendly display  Easily navigate
          

        


        

          

            
Common features in the Pentax I-10 and Sony WX70

          

          

            
 I-10 WX70 
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Selfie screen  Missing selfie screen
          

        

        

	
	
	
	

        

          

            
Pentax I-10 vs Sony WX70 Physical Comparison

          

          

            
When you are intending to carry around your camera, you need to factor in its weight and size. The Pentax I-10 offers external 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 WX70 has specifications of 92mm x 52mm x 19mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.7") having a weight of 114 grams (0.25 lbs).
See the Pentax I-10 vs Sony WX70 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses
Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you choose at that moment. The following is the front view measurements comparison of the I-10 compared to the WX70.
Pentax I-10 vs Sony WX70 size comparison
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the I-10 and WX70 is 93 and 97 respectively.
Pentax I-10 vs Sony WX70 top view buttons comparison          

        


        

          

            
Pentax I-10 vs Sony WX70 Sensor Comparison

          

          

            
Sometimes, it is very tough to visualize the difference between sensor sizes simply by checking a spec sheet. The pic underneath will help offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the I-10 and WX70.
As you can see, both the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but different MP. You can anticipate the Sony WX70 to give extra detail using its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop images far more aggressively. The more aged I-10 is going to be behind with regard to sensor innovation.

            Pentax I-10 vs Sony WX70 sensor size comparison
          

        


        

          

            
Pentax I-10 vs Sony WX70 Screen and ViewFinder

          

          

                      

          Pentax I-10 vs Sony WX70 Screen and Viewfinder comparison        


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Photography Type Scores

          

        

        
Portrait Comparison
Portrait photography with Pentax I-10
Portrait photography with Sony WX70
27
 focusing manually
 no manual control
 external flash not possible
 low resolution (12 megapixels)
 sensor  is tiny (1/2.3")
 does not have RAW support
34
 decent sensor resolution (16 megapixels)
 offers face detection autofocus
 no manual focus
 manual mode not available
 no external flash support
 very small sensor size (1/2.3")
 no RAW format
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Street Comparison
 Pentax I-10 as a Street photography camera
 Sony WX70 as a Street photography camera
56
 has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
 no moving screen
 sensor  is tiny (1/2.3")
 does not have RAW support
68
 built in image stabilization (Optical)
 has focus via touch
 lighter than others in class (114g)
 no moving screen
 very small sensor size (1/2.3")
 no RAW format
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Sports Comparison
Pentax I-10 Sports photography factors
Sony WX70 Sports photography factors
31
 has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
 supports tracking focus
 continuous shooting slow (1.0 frames/s)
 lack of shutter priority mode
 low resolution (12 megapixels)
 sensor  is tiny (1/2.3")
 does not have phase detect AF
44
 built in image stabilization (Optical)
 decent sensor resolution (16MP)
 offers tracking autofocus
 no shutter priority
 very small sensor size (1/2.3")
 no phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison
Pentax I-10 Travel photography features
Sony WX70 Travel photography features
57
 has built in flash
 decently wide (28mm)
 missing Time Lapse function
 low resolution (12MP)
 doesn't offer selfie friendly display
 slow max aperture (f3.5)
71
 lighter than others in class (114g)
 has focus via touch
 decent sensor resolution (16 megapixels)
 has built in flash
 rather wide (25mm)
 missing Time Lapse mode
 does not contain selfie friendly screen
 slow maximum aperture (f2.6)
Photography Glossary
Landscape Comparison
Pentax I-10 Landscape photography highlights
Sony WX70 Landscape photography highlights
36
 focusing manually
 decently wide (28mm)
 has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
 cannot switch lens (fixed lens mount)
 slow max aperture (f3.5)
 tiny screen (2.7 inch)
 no manual control
 low resolution (12 megapixels)
 sensor  is tiny (1/2.3")
 does not have RAW support
 missing Time Lapse function
43
 rather wide (25mm)
 decent sized screen (3 inches)
 built in image stabilization (Optical)
 decent sensor resolution (16 megapixels)
 no manual focus
 can't change lenses (fixed lens mount)
 slow maximum aperture (f2.6)
 manual mode not available
 very small sensor size (1/2.3")
 no RAW format
 missing Time Lapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison
Pentax I-10 Vlogging details
Sony WX70 Vlogging details
28
 decently wide (28mm)
 has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
 slow max aperture (f3.5)
 doesn't offer selfie friendly display
 video quality not great (1280 x 720 resolution)
 missing mic support
36
 rather wide (25mm)
 built-in touchscreen
 built in image stabilization (Optical)
 offers face detection autofocus
 video resolution high (1920 x 1080 pxls)
 lighter than others in class (114 grams)
 slow maximum aperture (f2.6)
 does not contain selfie friendly screen
 missing external mic jack
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Pentax I-10 vs Sony WX70 Specifications

          

          

                      


          

            Detailed spec comparison table for Pentax I-10 and Sony WX70
 Pentax Optio I-10Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX70
General Information
Make Pentax Sony
Model type Pentax Optio I-10 Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX70
Type Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Compact
Introduced 2010-01-25 2012-01-30
Body design Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Chip Prime BIONZ
Sensor type CCD BSI-CMOS
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 12 megapixel 16 megapixel
Anti alias filter    
Aspect ratio 4:3 and  16:9 4:3 and  16:9
Max resolution 4000 x 3000 4608 x 3456
Max native ISO 6400 12800
Lowest native ISO 80 100
RAW files    
Autofocusing
Manual focusing    
Autofocus touch    
Continuous autofocus    
Single autofocus    
Autofocus tracking    
Selective autofocus    
Center weighted autofocus    
Autofocus multi area    
Autofocus live view    
Face detection focus    
Contract detection focus    
Phase detection focus    
Total focus points 9 -
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 28-140mm (5.0x) 25-125mm (5.0x)
Highest aperture f/3.5-5.9 f/2.6-6.3
Macro focusing range 10cm 5cm
Crop factor 5.8 5.8
Screen
Range of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen size 2.7 inches 3 inches
Screen resolution 230k dot 922k dot
Selfie friendly    
Liveview    
Touch functionality    
Screen technology - XtraFine TFT LCD display
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Minimum shutter speed 4 seconds 4 seconds
Fastest shutter speed 1/2000 seconds 1/1600 seconds
Continuous shutter speed 1.0 frames/s 10.0 frames/s
Shutter priority    
Aperture priority    
Manual exposure    
Change white balance    
Image stabilization    
Integrated flash    
Flash distance 4.00 m 5.30 m
Flash settings Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync
Hot shoe    
Auto exposure bracketing    
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) 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1440 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps)
Max video resolution 1280x720 1920x1080
Video file format Motion JPEG MPEG-4, AVCHD
Mic input    
Headphone input    
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
Environment seal    
Water proofing    
Dust proofing    
Shock proofing    
Crush proofing    
Freeze proofing    
Weight 153 gr (0.34 pounds) 114 gr (0.25 pounds)
Dimensions 101 x 65 x 28mm (4.0" x 2.6" x 1.1") 92 x 52 x 19mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.7")
DXO scores
DXO Overall 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 life - 240 images
Battery format - Battery Pack
Battery ID D-LI92 NP-BN
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2)
Time lapse shooting    
Storage media SD/SDHC, Internal SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo
Storage slots Single Single
Cost at release $310 $242