Canon S200 vs Pentax E85

On this page, we are analyzing the Canon S200 versus Pentax E85, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by rivals Canon and Pentax. The resolution of the S200 (10MP) and the E85 (12MP) is fairly close but the S200 (1/1.7") and E85 (1/2.3") offer totally different sensor sizing.

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The S200 was manufactured 4 years later than the E85 and that is a fairly significant difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a short highlight of how the S200 grades vs the E85 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot S200 & Pentax Optio E85. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon S200 Gallery & Pentax E85 Gallery.

For those who are going to lug around your camera regularly, you will need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Canon S200 enjoys physical measurements of 100mm x 59mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.0") and a weight of 181 grams (0.40 lbs) whilst the Pentax E85 has dimensions of 93mm x 58mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.9") having a weight of 145 grams (0.32 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have chosen at the time. The following is a front view size comparison of the S200 versus the E85.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the S200 and E85 is 93 and 95 respectively.

Typically, it can be difficult to see the contrast in sensor measurements merely by researching technical specs. The photograph below should give you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the S200 and E85.

As you have seen, both of those cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The S200 featuring a larger sensor will make getting bokeh simpler and the Pentax E85 will provide you with extra detail due to its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop pics more aggressively. The more recent S200 is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.