Casio EX-ZR700 vs Pentax E85
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Casio EX-ZR700 vs Pentax E85 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-450mm (F3.5-5.9) lens
- 222g - 108 x 60 x 31mm
- Released January 2013
(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
- Released September 2009

Casio EX-ZR700 vs Pentax E85 Overview
Here, we are reviewing the Casio EX-ZR700 vs Pentax E85, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Casio and Pentax. There is a huge difference among the resolutions of the EX-ZR700 (16MP) and E85 (12MP) but both cameras posses the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The EX-ZR700 was announced 3 years after the E85 which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before getting into a in depth comparison, here is a concise summary of how the EX-ZR700 matches up against the E85 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Casio EX-ZR700 vs Pentax E85 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for Casio Exilim EX-ZR700 and Pentax Optio E85. The whole galleries are available at Casio EX-ZR700 Gallery and Pentax E85 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-ZR700 over the Pentax E85
EX-ZR700 | E85 | |||
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Released | January 2013 | ![]() | September 2009 | Newer by 41 months |
Manual focus | ![]() | Very exact focus | ||
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 922k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper display (+692k dot) |
Reasons to pick Pentax E85 over the Casio EX-ZR700
E85 | EX-ZR700 |
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Common features in the Casio EX-ZR700 and Pentax E85
EX-ZR700 | E85 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Lack of Touch friendly display |
Casio EX-ZR700 vs Pentax E85 Physical Comparison
For those who are planning to travel with your camera, you will have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Casio EX-ZR700 provides physical measurements of 108mm x 60mm x 31mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.2") with a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs) whilst the Pentax E85 has dimensions of 93mm x 58mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 145 grams (0.32 lbs).
Check the Casio EX-ZR700 vs Pentax E85 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have chosen during that time. Here is a front view measurements comparison of the EX-ZR700 versus the E85.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the EX-ZR700 and E85 is 91 and 95 respectively.

Casio EX-ZR700 vs Pentax E85 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it can be hard to picture the contrast in sensor dimensions just by researching specs. The pic underneath might offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-ZR700 and E85.
All in all, both of the cameras come with the identical sensor size but different megapixels. You should expect to see the Casio EX-ZR700 to provide you with more detail with its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The more recent EX-ZR700 provides an edge in sensor technology.

Casio EX-ZR700 vs Pentax E85 Screen and ViewFinder


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Casio EX-ZR700 vs Pentax E85 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-ZR700 | Pentax Optio E85 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Casio | Pentax |
Model type | Casio Exilim EX-ZR700 | Pentax Optio E85 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2013-01-29 | 2009-09-17 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | EXILIM Engine HS 3 | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | 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 | 16 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 25-450mm (18.0x) | 32-96mm (3.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.5-5.9 | f/2.9-5.2 |
Macro focusing range | 5cm | 10cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3" | 2.7" |
Display resolution | 922 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Display technology | Super Clear TFT color LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4 seconds | 2 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 3.0 frames per sec | 1.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.70 m | 3.00 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | - |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30,20,15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 120 fps), 512 x 384 (30, 240 fps), 224 x 160 (480 fps), 224 x 64 (1000 fps), | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 640x480 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 222 grams (0.49 lb) | 145 grams (0.32 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 108 x 60 x 31mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.2") | 93 x 58 x 24mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 life | 470 photos | - |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | NP-130 | D-LI95 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 seconds, custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Cost at release | $370 | $0 |