Fujifilm X10 vs Pentax E85

Following is a extensive overview of the Fujifilm X10 and Pentax E85, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by companies FujiFilm and Pentax. The resolution of the Fujifilm X10 (12MP) and the E85 (12MP) is fairly well matched but the Fujifilm X10 (2/3") and E85 (1/2.3") offer different sensor sizes.

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The Fujifilm X10 was released 2 years after the E85 which is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the Fujifilm X10 grades vs the E85 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm X10 and Pentax Optio E85. The complete galleries are available at Fujifilm X10 Gallery and Pentax E85 Gallery.

For those who are going to carry around your camera, you have to factor in its weight and volume. The Fujifilm X10 provides physical dimensions of 117mm x 70mm x 57mm (4.6" x 2.8" x 2.2") having a weight of 350 grams (0.77 lbs) whilst the Pentax E85 has sizing of 93mm x 58mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.9") with a weight of 145 grams (0.32 lbs).

Look at the Fujifilm X10 and Pentax E85 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you choose at the time. The following is a front view physical size comparison of the Fujifilm X10 compared to the E85.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm X10 and E85 is 83 and 95 respectively.

Usually, its hard to imagine the contrast between sensor sizes only by looking at specs. The picture underneath will provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm X10 and E85.

All in all, both of these cameras come with the identical MP but different sensor sizes. The Fujifilm X10 offers the larger sensor which is going to make obtaining shallow DOF easier. The more recent Fujifilm X10 should have an advantage in sensor technology.