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Fujifilm JX550 vs Pentax E85

Portability
95
Imaging
39
Features
22
Overall
32
Fujifilm FinePix JX550 front
 
Pentax Optio E85 front
Portability
95
Imaging
34
Features
10
Overall
24

Fujifilm JX550 vs Pentax E85 Key Specs

Fujifilm JX550
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 1600 (Increase to 3200)
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 26-130mm (F3.5-6.3) lens
  • 113g - 100 x 56 x 24mm
  • Released January 2012
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
  • Launched September 2009
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Fujifilm JX550 vs Pentax E85 Overview

Below, we will be evaluating the Fujifilm JX550 versus Pentax E85, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by brands FujiFilm and Pentax. There exists a sizable gap between the image resolutions of the Fujifilm JX550 (16MP) and E85 (12MP) but they use the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm JX550 was revealed 2 years after the E85 which is quite a significant difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a short overview of how the Fujifilm JX550 grades vs the E85 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Fujifilm JX550 over the Pentax E85

 Fujifilm JX550 E85 
LaunchedJanuary 2012September 2009More modern by 28 months

Reasons to pick Pentax E85 over the Fujifilm JX550

 E85 Fujifilm JX550 

Common features in the Fujifilm JX550 and Pentax E85

 Fujifilm JX550 E85 
Manually focus No manual focus
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen dimension2.7"2.7"Identical screen dimensions
Screen resolution230k230kEqual screen resolution
Selfie screen Neither features selfie screen
Touch screen Absent Touch screen

Fujifilm JX550 vs Pentax E85 Physical Comparison

If you are going to carry around your camera regularly, you have to consider its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm JX550 enjoys exterior dimensions of 100mm x 56mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 113 grams (0.25 lbs) whilst the Pentax E85 has measurements of 93mm x 58mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.9") and a weight of 145 grams (0.32 lbs).

Check the Fujifilm JX550 versus Pentax E85 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you select at that moment. Underneath is the front view proportions comparison of the Fujifilm JX550 versus the E85.

Fujifilm JX550 vs Pentax E85 size comparison

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm JX550 and E85 is 95 and 95 respectively.

Fujifilm JX550 vs Pentax E85 top view buttons comparison

Fujifilm JX550 vs Pentax E85 Sensor Comparison

Quite often, it can be difficult to imagine the contrast between sensor sizes merely by reviewing technical specs. The pic below will help offer you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm JX550 and E85.

As you can tell, both of those cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit different MP. You can expect the Fujifilm JX550 to offer you extra detail because of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will help you crop shots much more aggressively. The more recent Fujifilm JX550 should have an edge with regard to sensor technology.

Fujifilm JX550 vs Pentax E85 sensor size comparison

Fujifilm JX550 vs Pentax E85 Screen and ViewFinder

Fujifilm JX550 vs Pentax E85 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with Fujifilm JX550
Portrait photography with Pentax E85
30
MP count decent (16MP)
lack of manual focus
lack of manual exposure
cannot use external flash
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
20
focusing manually not possible
no manual control
no external flash support
megapixel count low (12MP)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
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Street Comparison

Street photography with Fujifilm JX550
Street photography with Pentax E85
56
lighter than competitors in class (113 grams)
no moving screen
lack of image stabilization
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
47
fixed screen
lack of image stabilization
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
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Sports Comparison

Fujifilm JX550 Sports photography information
Pentax E85 Sports photography information
32
MP count decent (16MP)
supports tracking autofocus
low maximum shutter speed (1/1,400 seconds)
low frames per second (1.0 frames/s)
no shutter priority mode
lack of image stabilization
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
has no phase detect AF
17
low frames per second (1.0 frames/s)
lack of shutter priority mode
lack of image stabilization
megapixel count low (12 megapixels)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
has no phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Fujifilm JX550 Travel photography advice
Pentax E85 Travel photography advice
68
lighter than competitors in class (113 grams)
MP count decent (16MP)
has built in flash
pretty wide (26mm)
missing Timelapse mode
screen is not selfie friendly
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.5)
51
flash built-in
lack of Time Lapse mode
megapixel count low (12 megapixels)
screen is not selfie friendly
wide angle not fantastic (32mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.9)
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Landscape Comparison

Fujifilm JX550 Landscape photography factors
Pentax E85 Landscape photography factors
34
pretty wide (26mm)
MP count decent (16 megapixels)
lack of manual focus
can't change lenses (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.5)
tiny screen (2.7")
lack of manual exposure
lack of image stabilization
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
missing Timelapse mode
23
focusing manually not possible
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not fantastic (32mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.9)
small screen (2.7 inches)
no manual control
lack of image stabilization
megapixel count low (12 megapixels)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
lack of Time Lapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Fujifilm JX550 Vlogging details
Pentax E85 Vlogging details
28
pretty wide (26mm)
lighter than competitors in class (113 grams)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.5)
screen is not selfie friendly
lack of image stabilization
video resolution low (1280 x 720 pixels)
missing external microphone socket
22
wide angle not fantastic (32mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.9)
screen is not selfie friendly
lack of image stabilization
low video resolution (640 x 480 pixels)
lack of mic jack
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Fujifilm JX550 vs Pentax E85 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm JX550 and Pentax E85
 Fujifilm FinePix JX550Pentax Optio E85
General Information
Brand Name FujiFilm Pentax
Model type Fujifilm FinePix JX550 Pentax Optio E85
Type Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Compact
Released 2012-01-05 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 16 megapixels 12 megapixels
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 4:3 and 16:9
Maximum resolution 4608 x 3216 4000 x 3000
Maximum native ISO 1600 3200
Maximum boosted ISO 3200 -
Minimum native ISO 100 80
RAW images
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch to focus
Continuous AF
Single AF
AF tracking
AF selectice
AF center weighted
AF multi area
Live view AF
Face detection focusing
Contract detection focusing
Phase detection focusing
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 26-130mm (5.0x) 32-96mm (3.0x)
Maximal aperture f/3.5-6.3 f/2.9-5.2
Macro focusing range 10cm 10cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen size 2.7 inch 2.7 inch
Screen resolution 230k dot 230k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch operation
Screen technology TFT color LCD monitor -
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Lowest shutter speed 8 seconds 2 seconds
Highest shutter speed 1/1400 seconds 1/2000 seconds
Continuous shooting speed 1.0 frames/s 1.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual exposure
Custom WB
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash distance 4.50 m 3.00 m
Flash options Auto, On, Off, Slow sync, Red-eye reduction -
External flash
AE bracketing
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), 320 x 240 (30 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps)
Maximum video resolution 1280x720 640x480
Video format Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
Mic input
Headphone input
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 seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 113g (0.25 pounds) 145g (0.32 pounds)
Dimensions 100 x 56 x 24mm (3.9" x 2.2" 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-45A D-LI95
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse shooting
Type of storage SD/SDHC/SDXC SD/SDHC, Internal
Storage slots One One
Launch pricing $200 $0