Nikon P520 vs Pentax E85

Below, we are comparing the Nikon P520 versus Pentax E85, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Nikon and Pentax. There exists a huge gap among the image resolutions of the P520 (18MP) and E85 (12MP) but they feature the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The P520 was unveiled 3 years later than the E85 and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras come with different body type with the Nikon P520 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Pentax E85 being a Compact camera.

Before we go in to a more detailed comparison, below is a simple summary of how the P520 grades versus the E85 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix P520 and Pentax Optio E85. The full galleries are available at Nikon P520 Gallery and Pentax E85 Gallery.

If you are planning to carry your camera regularly, you're going to have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Nikon P520 has got outside measurements of 125mm x 84mm x 102mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 4.0") and a weight of 550 grams (1.21 lbs) and the Pentax E85 has dimensions of 93mm x 58mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 145 grams (0.32 lbs).

Take a look at the Nikon P520 versus Pentax E85 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Underneath is the front view overall size comparison of the P520 vs the E85.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the P520 and E85 is 66 and 95 respectively.

Typically, it is very hard to picture the contrast in sensor sizing just by looking through a spec sheet. The visual below should provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the P520 and E85.

Clearly, both of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but different resolution. You should anticipate the Nikon P520 to provide you with extra detail having an extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also let you crop pics much more aggressively. The newer P520 should have an advantage in sensor innovation.