Kodak M550 vs Pentax E85
95 Imaging
35 Features
20 Overall
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95 Imaging
35 Features
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Kodak M550 vs Pentax E85 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 1000
- 640 x 480 video
- 28-140mm (F) lens
- 125g - 98 x 58 x 23mm
- Launched January 2010
(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
- Announced September 2009

Kodak M550 vs Pentax E85 Overview
Let's look more closely at the Kodak M550 and Pentax E85, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by competitors Kodak and Pentax. The image resolution of the M550 (12MP) and the E85 (12MP) is relatively comparable and they enjoy the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The M550 was launched 4 months after the E85 so they are of a similar generation. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before delving in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the M550 scores against the E85 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Kodak M550 vs Pentax E85 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Kodak EasyShare M550 and Pentax Optio E85. The complete galleries are available at Kodak M550 Gallery and Pentax E85 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Kodak M550 over the Pentax E85
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Reasons to pick Pentax E85 over the Kodak M550
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Common features in the Kodak M550 and Pentax E85
M550 | E85 | |||
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Announced | January 2010 | ![]() | September 2009 | Same generation |
Manual focus | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen dimension | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Identical screen measurement |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Equal screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither features selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Neither features Touch friendly screen |
Kodak M550 vs Pentax E85 Physical Comparison
If you are looking to travel with your camera, you are going to need to think about its weight and proportions. The Kodak M550 enjoys outside measurements of 98mm x 58mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") with a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs) while the Pentax E85 has measurements of 93mm x 58mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.9") having a weight of 145 grams (0.32 lbs).
Take a look at the Kodak M550 and Pentax E85 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have attached at the time. Below is the front view physical size comparison of the M550 compared to the E85.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the M550 and E85 is 95 and 95 respectively.

Kodak M550 vs Pentax E85 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it can be hard to see the difference in sensor dimensions only by going through a spec sheet. The picture here will give you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the M550 and E85.
As you can see, both of those cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the same exact MP so you should expect comparable quality of pictures though you will need to factor the production date of the cameras into account.

Kodak M550 vs Pentax E85 Screen and ViewFinder


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Kodak M550 vs Pentax E85 Specifications
Kodak EasyShare M550 | Pentax Optio E85 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Kodak | Pentax |
Model | Kodak EasyShare M550 | Pentax Optio E85 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2010-01-05 | 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 | 12MP | 12MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 1000 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 64 | 80 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 32-96mm (3.0x) |
Max aperture | - | f/2.9-5.2 |
Macro focus range | 10cm | 10cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 2.7 inches | 2.7 inches |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30s | 2s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1400s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter rate | - | 1.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 3.50 m | 3.00 m |
Flash options | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off | - |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 640x480 | 640x480 |
Video format | - | 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 proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 125 grams (0.28 lb) | 145 grams (0.32 lb) |
Dimensions | 98 x 58 x 23mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") | 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 | KLIC-7006 | D-LI95 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, double) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Cost at release | $119 | $0 |