Fujifilm Z35 vs Pentax E85
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95 Imaging
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Fujifilm Z35 vs Pentax E85 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600
- 640 x 480 video
- 35-105mm (F3.7-4.2) lens
- 125g - 90 x 58 x 24mm
- Revealed July 2009
(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

Fujifilm Z35 vs Pentax E85 Overview
The following is a extended overview of the Fujifilm Z35 and Pentax E85, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by brands FujiFilm and Pentax. The image resolution of the Fujifilm Z35 (10MP) and the E85 (12MP) is pretty similar and both cameras have the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The Fujifilm Z35 was launched about the same time to the E85 which means that they are of a similar age. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before going right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the Fujifilm Z35 grades versus the E85 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Fujifilm Z35 vs Pentax E85 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm FinePix Z35 & Pentax Optio E85. The complete galleries are viewable at Fujifilm Z35 Gallery & Pentax E85 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm Z35 over the Pentax E85
Fujifilm Z35 | E85 |
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Reasons to pick Pentax E85 over the Fujifilm Z35
E85 | Fujifilm Z35 | |||
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Screen size | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.2") |
Common features in the Fujifilm Z35 and Pentax E85
Fujifilm Z35 | E85 | |||
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Revealed | July 2009 | ![]() | September 2009 | Similar age |
Focus manually | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Equal screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | No Touch friendly screen |
Fujifilm Z35 vs Pentax E85 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is going to travel with your camera regularly, you'll need to consider its weight and size. The Fujifilm Z35 comes with outer measurements of 90mm x 58mm x 24mm (3.5" x 2.3" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs) and the Pentax E85 has specifications of 93mm x 58mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.9") and a weight of 145 grams (0.32 lbs).
Examine the Fujifilm Z35 and Pentax E85 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you have attached during that time. Below is a front view dimension comparison of the Fujifilm Z35 versus the E85.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm Z35 and E85 is 95 and 95 respectively.

Fujifilm Z35 vs Pentax E85 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it's difficult to envision the difference between sensor dimensions purely by reviewing a spec sheet. The image below may give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm Z35 and E85.
Clearly, both cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same megapixels. You can expect the Pentax E85 to offer you extra detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop pictures way more aggressively.

Fujifilm Z35 vs Pentax E85 Screen and ViewFinder


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Fujifilm Z35 vs Pentax E85 Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix Z35 | Pentax Optio E85 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | FujiFilm | Pentax |
Model type | Fujifilm FinePix Z35 | Pentax Optio E85 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2009-07-22 | 2009-09-17 |
Physical type | 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 | 10MP | 12MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 3:2 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 35-105mm (3.0x) | 32-96mm (3.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.7-4.2 | f/2.9-5.2 |
Macro focusing distance | 8cm | 10cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.5" | 2.7" |
Screen resolution | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 3s | 2s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/1000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting rate | - | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.10 m | 3.00 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | - |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 640x480 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | 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 | 125g (0.28 lb) | 145g (0.32 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 90 x 58 x 24mm (3.5" 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-45A | D-LI95 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Cost at launch | $130 | $0 |