Nikon L810 vs Pentax E85
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Nikon L810 vs Pentax E85 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 1280 x 720 video
- 23-585mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
- 430g - 111 x 76 x 83mm
- Released February 2012
- Later Model is Nikon L820
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- 640 x 480 video
- 32-96mm (F2.9-5.2) lens
- 145g - 93 x 58 x 24mm
- Announced September 2009

Nikon L810 vs Pentax E85 Overview
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").

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.

Nikon L810 vs Pentax E85 Gallery
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.
Reasons to pick Nikon L810 over the Pentax E85
L810 | E85 | |||
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Announced | February 2012 | ![]() | September 2009 | Fresher by 29 months |
Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 921k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper display (+691k dot) |
Reasons to pick Pentax E85 over the Nikon L810
E85 | L810 |
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Common features in the Nikon L810 and Pentax E85
L810 | E85 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Lack of manual focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Absent Touch display |
Nikon L810 vs Pentax E85 Physical Comparison
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.

Nikon L810 vs Pentax E85 Sensor Comparison
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.

Nikon L810 vs Pentax E85 Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon L810 vs Pentax E85 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix L810 | Pentax Optio E85 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Nikon | Pentax |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix L810 | Pentax Optio E85 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2012-02-01 | 2009-09-17 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 12MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 23-585mm (25.4x) | 32-96mm (3.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.1-5.9 | f/2.9-5.2 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 10cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
Resolution of screen | 921k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen tech | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30s | 2s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/8000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.2 frames/s | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 3.00 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow-sync | - |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720p (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video data format | MPEG-4 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
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 | 430g (0.95 lb) | 145g (0.32 lb) |
Dimensions | 111 x 76 x 83mm (4.4" x 3.0" x 3.3") | 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 life | 300 photos | - |
Form of battery | AA | - |
Battery ID | 4 x AA | D-LI95 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Launch pricing | $280 | $0 |