Canon SX150 IS vs Pentax E85

Let's examine more in depth at the Canon SX150 IS vs Pentax E85, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Canon and Pentax. The image resolution of the SX150 IS (14MP) and the E85 (12MP) is pretty comparable and they come with the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The SX150 IS was manufactured 2 years later than the E85 and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving through a complete comparison, below is a short introduction of how the SX150 IS matches up versus the E85 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX150 IS and Pentax Optio E85. The entire galleries are provided at Canon SX150 IS Gallery and Pentax E85 Gallery.

In case you're going to lug around your camera regularly, you are going to need to factor its weight and size. The Canon SX150 IS provides exterior dimensions of 113mm x 73mm x 46mm (4.4" x 2.9" x 1.8") having a weight of 306 grams (0.67 lbs) and the Pentax E85 has specifications of 93mm x 58mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.9") with a weight of 145 grams (0.32 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are employing at that time. Underneath is the front view dimension comparison of the SX150 IS compared to the E85.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the SX150 IS and E85 is 86 and 95 respectively.

Often, it's difficult to see the contrast in sensor measurements simply by checking out specs. The visual here will help provide you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX150 IS and E85.

All in all, both of the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same megapixels. You should expect the Canon SX150 IS to produce more detail due to its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop pictures somewhat more aggressively. The newer SX150 IS will have an edge with regard to sensor technology.