Nikon L810 vs Pentax E85

In this write-up, we are comparing the Nikon L810 and Pentax E85, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Nikon and Pentax. There exists a huge gap between the image resolutions of the L810 (16MP) and E85 (12MP) but they enjoy the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The L810 was released 2 years later than the E85 and that is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before going straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a brief introduction of how the L810 grades versus the E85 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix L810 and Pentax Optio E85. The complete galleries are viewable at Nikon L810 Gallery and Pentax E85 Gallery.

In case you're intending to carry your camera often, you are going to need to factor its weight and size. The Nikon L810 provides external dimensions of 111mm x 76mm x 83mm (4.4" x 3.0" x 3.3") and a weight of 430 grams (0.95 lbs) while the Pentax E85 has specifications of 93mm x 58mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.9") with a weight of 145 grams (0.32 lbs).

Contrast the Nikon L810 and Pentax E85 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have attached at that time. The following is the front view dimension comparison of the L810 compared to the E85.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the L810 and E85 is 74 and 95 respectively.

Typically, it's hard to envision the contrast between sensor sizing only by checking specifications. The visual here will help provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the L810 and E85.

Plainly, each of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same megapixels. You should anticipate the Nikon L810 to give you extra detail as a result of its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop photos a little more aggressively. The more recent L810 is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.