Nikon S100 vs Pentax E85

Here is a detailed assessment of the Nikon S100 versus Pentax E85, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by brands Nikon and Pentax. There is a significant difference between the resolutions of the S100 (16MP) and E85 (12MP) but both cameras boast the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The S100 was launched 24 months later than the E85 making them a generation apart from each other. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before going straight to a thorough comparison, here is a short summary of how the S100 scores vs the E85 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix S100 and Pentax Optio E85. The complete galleries are viewable at Nikon S100 Gallery and Pentax E85 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to carry your camera frequently, you should take into account its weight and dimensions. The Nikon S100 has got outer dimensions of 99mm x 65mm x 18mm (3.9" x 2.6" x 0.7") having a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs) while the Pentax E85 has dimensions of 93mm x 58mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.9") along with a weight of 145 grams (0.32 lbs).

Take a look at the Nikon S100 versus Pentax E85 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have chosen during that time. Below is a front view measurements comparison of the S100 and the E85.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the S100 and E85 is 94 and 95 respectively.

Usually, it's hard to imagine the gap between sensor sizing just by checking specifications. The graphic underneath may give you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the S100 and E85.

Plainly, both the cameras have the same sensor dimensions but different megapixels. You should expect to see the Nikon S100 to give more detail utilizing its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop pics a bit more aggressively. The more recent S100 provides an advantage in sensor innovation.