Canon A1200 vs Pentax E85
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Canon A1200 vs Pentax E85 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-112mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 185g - 98 x 63 x 31mm
- Introduced January 2011
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- 640 x 480 video
- 32-96mm (F2.9-5.2) lens
- 145g - 93 x 58 x 24mm
- Launched September 2009
Canon A1200 vs Pentax E85 Overview
Let's look more closely at the Canon A1200 vs Pentax E85, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by rivals Canon and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the A1200 (12MP) and the E85 (12MP) is very similar and both cameras posses the identical sensor size (1/2.3").
Apple patent reveals improved iPhone camera durabilityThe A1200 was released 16 months later than the E85 making them a generation apart from one another. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before going straight to a complete comparison, here is a simple summary of how the A1200 matches up against the E85 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Canon A1200 vs Pentax E85 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot A1200 and Pentax Optio E85. The complete galleries are available at Canon A1200 Gallery and Pentax E85 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon A1200 over the Pentax E85
A1200 | E85 | |||
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Launched | January 2011 | September 2009 | Fresher by 16 months |
Reasons to pick Pentax E85 over the Canon A1200
E85 | A1200 |
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Common features in the Canon A1200 and Pentax E85
A1200 | E85 | |||
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Manual focus | No manual focusing | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display size | 2.7" | 2.7" | Same display size | |
Display resolution | 230k | 230k | Exact same display resolution | |
Selfie screen | Missing selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Missing Touch display |
Canon A1200 vs Pentax E85 Physical Comparison
For those who are aiming to carry your camera often, you're going to have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Canon A1200 enjoys outside measurements of 98mm x 63mm x 31mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 1.2") with a weight of 185 grams (0.41 lbs) and the Pentax E85 has dimensions of 93mm x 58mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.9") and a weight of 145 grams (0.32 lbs).
Check the Canon A1200 vs Pentax E85 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are working with at the time. Below is a front view scale comparison of the A1200 versus the E85.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the A1200 and E85 is 92 and 95 respectively.
Canon A1200 vs Pentax E85 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it is tough to see the contrast between sensor sizing purely by going over specifications. The graphic here may offer you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the A1200 and E85.
Plainly, both of those cameras feature the identical sensor size and the same resolution and you should expect similar quality of photographs though you would want to take the release date of the products into consideration. The more modern A1200 will have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.
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Canon A1200 vs Pentax E85 Specifications
Canon PowerShot A1200 | Pentax Optio E85 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Canon | Pentax |
Model | Canon PowerShot A1200 | Pentax Optio E85 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2011-01-05 | 2009-09-17 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | DIGIC 4 with iSAPS technology | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 12MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-112mm (4.0x) | 32-96mm (3.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/2.8-5.9 | f/2.9-5.2 |
Macro focus range | 3cm | 10cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.7 inches | 2.7 inches |
Screen resolution | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Screen tech | TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Optical (tunnel) | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 15 seconds | 2 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/1600 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0 frames/s | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 4.00 m | 3.00 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync | - |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 185 gr (0.41 pounds) | 145 gr (0.32 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 98 x 63 x 31mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 1.2") | 93 x 58 x 24mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 life | 200 photographs | - |
Battery format | AA | - |
Battery model | 2 x AA | D-LI95 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC/MMC/MMCplus/HCMMCplus | SD/SDHC, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at launch | $109 | $0 |