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Casio EX-Z450 vs Pentax E85

Portability
96
Imaging
35
Features
24
Overall
30
Casio Exilim EX-Z450 front
 
Pentax Optio E85 front
Portability
95
Imaging
35
Features
10
Overall
25

Casio EX-Z450 vs Pentax E85 Key Specs

Casio EX-Z450
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 64 - 1600
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 28-112mm (F2.6-5.8) lens
  • 128g - 81 x 56 x 21mm
  • Revealed August 2009
Pentax E85
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • 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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Casio EX-Z450 vs Pentax E85 Overview

Here, we will be comparing the Casio EX-Z450 versus Pentax E85, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by manufacturers Casio and Pentax. The resolution of the EX-Z450 (12MP) and the E85 (12MP) is relatively close and both cameras posses the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The EX-Z450 was introduced at a similar time to the E85 which means that they are both of a similar age. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving right into a full comparison, here is a concise summary of how the EX-Z450 grades against the E85 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

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Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z450 over the Pentax E85

 EX-Z450 E85 
Manual focus Very exact focus
Screen size3"2.7"Bigger screen (+0.3")

Reasons to pick Pentax E85 over the Casio EX-Z450

 E85 EX-Z450 

Common features in the Casio EX-Z450 and Pentax E85

 EX-Z450 E85 
RevealedAugust 2009September 2009Same age
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen resolution230k230kThe same screen resolution
Selfie screen Neither includes selfie screen
Touch friendly screen Lack of Touch friendly screen

Casio EX-Z450 vs Pentax E85 Physical Comparison

For anybody who is planning to lug around your camera regularly, you need to consider its weight and size. The Casio EX-Z450 features exterior measurements of 81mm x 56mm x 21mm (3.2" x 2.2" x 0.8") along with a weight of 128 grams (0.28 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).

See the Casio EX-Z450 versus Pentax E85 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you have chosen during that time. Here is a front view size comparison of the EX-Z450 and the E85.

Casio EX-Z450 vs Pentax E85 size comparison

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the EX-Z450 and E85 is 96 and 95 respectively.

Casio EX-Z450 vs Pentax E85 top view buttons comparison

Casio EX-Z450 vs Pentax E85 Sensor Comparison

Often, its tough to see the contrast in sensor measurements just by viewing a spec sheet. The visual underneath will help give you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-Z450 and E85.

Clearly, both cameras come with the identical sensor size and the same exact resolution therefore you can expect comparable quality of files but you should always take the launch date of the cameras into account.

Casio EX-Z450 vs Pentax E85 sensor size comparison

Casio EX-Z450 vs Pentax E85 Screen and ViewFinder

Casio EX-Z450 vs Pentax E85 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Casio EX-Z450 Portrait photography info
Pentax E85 Portrait photography info
27
you can focus manually
manual exposure not available
cannot use external flash
low MP (12 megapixels)
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW support
21
focusing manually not possible
manual exposure not available
cannot use external flash
low megapixels (12 megapixels)
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW files
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Street Comparison

Casio EX-Z450 as a Street photography camera
Pentax E85 as a Street photography camera
55
lighter than competitors in class (128g)
screen is fixed
no image stabilization
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW support
47
no articulating screen
lack of image stabilization
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW files
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Sports Comparison

Casio EX-Z450 as a Sports photography camera
Pentax E85 as a Sports photography camera
17
max shutter speed is low (1/1,000 seconds)
lack of shutter priority mode
no image stabilization
low MP (12 megapixels)
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
no phase detect AF
17
continuous shooting slow (1.0 frames per second)
no shutter priority
lack of image stabilization
low megapixels (12MP)
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
no phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Casio EX-Z450
Travel photography with Pentax E85
62
lighter than competitors in class (128 grams)
has built in flash
pretty wide (28mm)
lack of Time Lapse function
low MP (12 megapixels)
does not feature selfie friendly screen
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.6)
51
flash built-in
does not have Time Lapse mode
low megapixels (12MP)
screen isn't selfie friendly
wide angle not great (32mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.9)
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Landscape Comparison

Casio EX-Z450 Landscape photography information
Pentax E85 Landscape photography information
37
you can focus manually
pretty wide (28mm)
screen size is decent (3 inch)
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.6)
manual exposure not available
no image stabilization
low MP (12 megapixels)
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW support
lack of Time Lapse function
23
focusing manually not possible
cannot swap lenses (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not great (32mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.9)
small screen (2.7 inch)
manual exposure not available
lack of image stabilization
low megapixels (12 megapixels)
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW files
does not have Time Lapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with Casio EX-Z450
Vlogging with Pentax E85
28
pretty wide (28mm)
lighter than competitors in class (128g)
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.6)
does not feature selfie friendly screen
no image stabilization
low video resolution (1280 x 720 pxls)
lack of mic jack
22
wide angle not great (32mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.9)
screen isn't selfie friendly
lack of image stabilization
video resolution low (640 x 480 pixels)
does not have external mic port
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Casio EX-Z450 vs Pentax E85 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Casio EX-Z450 and Pentax E85
 Casio Exilim EX-Z450Pentax Optio E85
General Information
Brand Casio Pentax
Model Casio Exilim EX-Z450 Pentax Optio E85
Category Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Compact
Revealed 2009-08-18 2009-09-17
Body design Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Sensor type CCD CCD
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 12MP 12MP
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 4:3 and 16:9
Max resolution 4000 x 3000 4000 x 3000
Max native ISO 1600 3200
Minimum native ISO 64 80
RAW data
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch focus
Autofocus continuous
Single autofocus
Autofocus tracking
Autofocus selectice
Autofocus center weighted
Multi area autofocus
Live view autofocus
Face detection focus
Contract detection focus
Phase detection focus
Lens
Lens mount fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 28-112mm (4.0x) 32-96mm (3.0x)
Largest aperture f/2.6-5.8 f/2.9-5.2
Macro focus distance 10cm 10cm
Crop factor 5.8 5.8
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen diagonal 3 inch 2.7 inch
Screen resolution 230k dot 230k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch screen
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Min shutter speed 1/2 secs 2 secs
Max shutter speed 1/1000 secs 1/2000 secs
Continuous shutter speed 10.0 frames per second 1.0 frames per second
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Set white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash range 3.00 m 3.00 m
Flash modes Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft -
External flash
Auto exposure bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Video resolutions 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (15 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps)
Max video resolution 1280x720 640x480
Video data format Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
Mic jack
Headphone jack
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 proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 128 gr (0.28 lb) 145 gr (0.32 lb)
Physical dimensions 81 x 56 x 21mm (3.2" x 2.2" x 0.8") 93 x 58 x 24mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.9")
DXO scores
DXO Overall 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 model NP-40 D-LI95
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec, Triple) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse feature
Type of storage SD/SDHC card, Internal SD/SDHC, Internal
Storage slots Single Single
Cost at release $229 $0