Nikon S620 vs Pentax E85
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Nikon S620 vs Pentax E85 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 28-112mm (F2.7-5.8) lens
- 120g - 90 x 53 x 23mm
- Introduced February 2009
(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

Nikon S620 vs Pentax E85 Overview
Its time to look a bit more in depth at the Nikon S620 and Pentax E85, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by brands Nikon and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the S620 (12MP) and the E85 (12MP) is relatively close and they enjoy the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The S620 was released 7 months before the E85 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go through a full comparison, below is a brief highlight of how the S620 matches up against the E85 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Nikon S620 vs Pentax E85 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S620 and Pentax Optio E85. The complete galleries are available at Nikon S620 Gallery and Pentax E85 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S620 over the Pentax E85
S620 | E85 |
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Reasons to pick Pentax E85 over the Nikon S620
E85 | S620 | |||
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Announced | September 2009 | ![]() | February 2009 | More recent by 7 months |
Common features in the Nikon S620 and Pentax E85
S620 | E85 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | No manual focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen sizing | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Equivalent screen dimensions |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Exact same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither contains Touch screen |
Nikon S620 vs Pentax E85 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is aiming to lug around your camera regularly, you will have to factor its weight and measurements. The Nikon S620 has got outer dimensions of 90mm x 53mm x 23mm (3.5" x 2.1" x 0.9") having a weight of 120 grams (0.26 lbs) and the Pentax E85 has proportions of 93mm x 58mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.9") with a weight of 145 grams (0.32 lbs).
Look at the Nikon S620 and Pentax E85 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are using at that moment. The following is the front view physical size comparison of the S620 versus the E85.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the S620 and E85 is 96 and 95 respectively.

Nikon S620 vs Pentax E85 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it's hard to imagine the difference in sensor measurements only by researching specifications. The photograph below might give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the S620 and E85.
Plainly, the 2 cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the same exact megapixels therefore you should expect comparable quality of files though you need to consider the release date of the cameras into account. The older S620 will be behind in sensor technology.

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Nikon S620 vs Pentax E85 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S620 | Pentax Optio E85 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Nikon | Pentax |
Model | Nikon Coolpix S620 | Pentax Optio E85 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2009-02-03 | 2009-09-17 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-112mm (4.0x) | 32-96mm (3.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/2.7-5.8 | f/2.9-5.2 |
Macro focus range | 2cm | 10cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7 inches | 2.7 inches |
Display resolution | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 8 secs | 2 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 1.0 frames per second | 1.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | - | 3.00 m |
Flash settings | Auto, Red-Eye reduction, Off, On, Slow sync | - |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 640x480 | 640x480 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone 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 | 120 grams (0.26 pounds) | 145 grams (0.32 pounds) |
Dimensions | 90 x 53 x 23mm (3.5" x 2.1" 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 | EN-EL12 | D-LI95 |
Self timer | Yes (3 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail cost | $37 | $0 |