Casio EX-FC100 vs Pentax E85
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Casio EX-FC100 vs Pentax E85 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 9MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- ()mm (F3.6-8.5) lens
- 156g - 100 x 59 x 23mm
- Revealed January 2009
(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
- Revealed September 2009
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Its time to look a little more in depth at the Casio EX-FC100 vs Pentax E85, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by rivals Casio and Pentax. There exists a significant gap among the sensor resolutions of the EX-FC100 (9MP) and E85 (12MP) but both cameras offer the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Photography GlossaryThe EX-FC100 was released 8 months before the E85 which means that they are of a similar generation. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before delving into a complete comparison, here is a brief summary of how the EX-FC100 scores against the E85 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Casio Exilim EX-FC100 and Pentax Optio E85. The complete galleries are available at Casio EX-FC100 Gallery and Pentax E85 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-FC100 over the Pentax E85
| EX-FC100 | E85 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manually focus |  | Dial precise focusing |
Reasons to pick Pentax E85 over the Casio EX-FC100
| E85 | EX-FC100 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Revealed | September 2009 |  | January 2009 | More modern by 8 months |
Common features in the Casio EX-FC100 and Pentax E85
| EX-FC100 | E85 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Display size | 2.7" |  | 2.7" | Same display dimensions |
| Display resolution | 230k |  | 230k | Exact same display resolution |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither comes with selfie screen | ||
| Touch friendly display |  | Neither comes with Touch friendly display |
Casio EX-FC100 vs Pentax E85 Physical Comparison
When you are intending to carry around your camera regularly, you'll have to think about its weight and proportions. The Casio EX-FC100 comes with external dimensions of 100mm x 59mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") with a weight of 156 grams (0.34 lbs) while the Pentax E85 has measurements of 93mm x 58mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.9") with a weight of 145 grams (0.32 lbs).
Check the Casio EX-FC100 vs Pentax E85 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are working with at the time. Underneath is a front view sizing comparison of the EX-FC100 and the E85.
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the EX-FC100 and E85 is 94 and 95 respectively.
Casio EX-FC100 vs Pentax E85 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it's difficult to picture the contrast in sensor sizes just by checking out specs. The picture underneath will provide you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the EX-FC100 and E85.
All in all, both cameras feature the identical sensor size but different megapixels. You should anticipate the Pentax E85 to show extra detail as a result of its extra 3MP. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop images way more aggressively. The more aged EX-FC100 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.
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Casio EX-FC100 vs Pentax E85 Specifications
| Casio Exilim EX-FC100 | Pentax Optio E85 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Manufacturer | Casio | Pentax |
| Model type | Casio Exilim EX-FC100 | Pentax Optio E85 |
| Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
| Revealed | 2009-01-08 | 2009-09-17 |
| Physical type | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
| Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 9MP | 12MP |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
| Highest resolution | 3456 x 2592 | 4000 x 3000 |
| Highest native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
| Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
| RAW images | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Touch focus | ||
| Continuous autofocus | ||
| Single autofocus | ||
| Tracking autofocus | ||
| Autofocus selectice | ||
| Center weighted autofocus | ||
| Autofocus multi area | ||
| Live view autofocus | ||
| Face detect focus | ||
| Contract detect focus | ||
| Phase detect focus | ||
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | () | 32-96mm (3.0x) |
| Maximum aperture | f/3.6-8.5 | f/2.9-5.2 |
| Macro focusing distance | - | 10cm |
| Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display diagonal | 2.7" | 2.7" |
| Display resolution | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch function | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Slowest shutter speed | 1s | 2s |
| Maximum shutter speed | 1/1000s | 1/2000s |
| Continuous shooting rate | - | 1.0 frames/s |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Expose Manually | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
| Set white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash distance | - | 3.00 m |
| Hot shoe | ||
| AEB | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment exposure | ||
| Average exposure | ||
| Spot exposure | ||
| Partial exposure | ||
| AF area exposure | ||
| Center weighted exposure | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 120 fps), 448 x 336 (30, 240 fps), 640 x 480 (120 fps),448 x 336 (240 fps), 224 x 168 (420 fps), 224 x 64 (1000 fps) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
| Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
| Video format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
| Microphone support | ||
| Headphone support | ||
| 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 sealing | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 156 grams (0.34 pounds) | 145 grams (0.32 pounds) |
| Physical dimensions | 100 x 59 x 23mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") | 93 x 58 x 24mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.9") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO All around 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 ID | NP-40 | D-LI95 |
| Self timer | Yes (10 seconds, 2 seconds, Triple Self-timer) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
| Time lapse recording | ||
| Type of storage | SDHC Memory Card, SD Memory Card, Eye-Fi Wireless Card compatible | SD/SDHC, Internal |
| Card slots | One | One |
| Pricing at launch | $300 | $0 |
