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Olympus E-M1X vs Pentax E85

Portability
54
Imaging
61
Features
93
Overall
73
Olympus OM-D E-M1X front
 
Pentax Optio E85 front
Portability
95
Imaging
35
Features
10
Overall
25

Olympus E-M1X vs Pentax E85 Key Specs

Olympus E-M1X
(Full Review)
  • 20MP - Four Thirds Sensor
  • 3" Fully Articulated Display
  • ISO 200 - 25600
  • Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
  • 1/8000s Max Shutter
  • 4096 x 2160 video
  • Micro Four Thirds Mount
  • 997g - 144 x 147 x 75mm
  • Announced January 2019
  • Old Model is Olympus E-M1 II
Pentax E85
(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
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Olympus E-M1X vs Pentax E85 Overview

Here is a extended review of the Olympus E-M1X vs Pentax E85, one being a Pro Mirrorless and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Olympus and Pentax. There exists a significant gap among the resolutions of the E-M1X (20MP) and E85 (12MP) and the E-M1X (Four Thirds) and E85 (1/2.3") possess totally different sensor sizing.

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The E-M1X was released 9 years later than the E85 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras come with different body type with the Olympus E-M1X being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Pentax E85 being a Compact camera.

Before delving in to a thorough comparison, below is a concise summary of how the E-M1X matches up against the E85 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Olympus E-M1X over the Pentax E85

 E-M1X E85 
AnnouncedJanuary 2019September 2009Fresher by 114 months
Focus manually More exact focusing
Display typeFully ArticulatedFixed Fully Articulating display
Display dimension3"2.7"Larger display (+0.3")
Display resolution1037k230kClearer display (+807k dot)
Selfie screen Easy selfies
Touch friendly display Easily navigate

Reasons to pick Pentax E85 over the Olympus E-M1X

 E85 E-M1X 

Common features in the Olympus E-M1X and Pentax E85

 E-M1X E85 

Olympus E-M1X vs Pentax E85 Physical Comparison

For those who are looking to carry your camera frequently, you have to think about its weight and volume. The Olympus E-M1X enjoys exterior dimensions of 144mm x 147mm x 75mm (5.7" x 5.8" x 3.0") with a weight of 997 grams (2.20 lbs) whilst the Pentax E85 has sizing of 93mm x 58mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.9") and a weight of 145 grams (0.32 lbs).

Contrast the Olympus E-M1X vs Pentax E85 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you use at that moment. Below is the front view dimensions comparison of the E-M1X compared to the E85.

Olympus E-M1X vs Pentax E85 size comparison

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the E-M1X and E85 is 54 and 95 respectively.

Olympus E-M1X vs Pentax E85 top view buttons comparison

Olympus E-M1X vs Pentax E85 Sensor Comparison

Normally, it can be difficult to visualise the difference in sensor sizing merely by going through specs. The graphic underneath might offer you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the E-M1X and E85.

All in all, both of these cameras posses different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The E-M1X due to its larger sensor will make achieving shallow depth of field easier and the Olympus E-M1X will produce extra detail as a result of its extra 8MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop pics somewhat more aggressively. The more recent E-M1X will have an edge in sensor tech.

Olympus E-M1X vs Pentax E85 sensor size comparison

Olympus E-M1X vs Pentax E85 Screen and ViewFinder

Olympus E-M1X vs Pentax E85 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Olympus E-M1X as a Portrait photography camera
Pentax E85 as a Portrait photography camera
76
focusing manually
decent sensor resolution (20MP)
nice sensor size (Four Thirds)
has face detect focusing
supports RAW files
21
lack of manual focus
manual exposure not possible
no external flash support
low resolution (12MP)
small sensor (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
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Street Comparison

Olympus E-M1X Street photography details
Pentax E85 Street photography details
67
fully articulated screen
built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
nice sensor size (Four Thirds)
supports RAW files
supports focus by touch
environment proofing
great ISO range (25,600)
more heavy than others in class (997g)
47
no articulating screen
lack of image stabilization
small sensor (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
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Sports Comparison

Sports photography with Olympus E-M1X
Sports photography with Pentax E85
80
great max shutter speed (1/8,000 seconds)
silent shooting (1/32,000 seconds)
fast continuous shooting (60.0 frames/s)
built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
decent sensor resolution (20 megapixels)
nice sensor size (Four Thirds)
has tracking focus
environment proofing
good battery pack (870 per charge)
supports phase detect AF
17
slow frames per second (1.0 frames/s)
no shutter priority mode
lack of image stabilization
low resolution (12 megapixels)
small sensor (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Olympus E-M1X
Travel photography with Pentax E85
68
good battery pack (870 CIPA)
environment proofing
connects via bluetooth
supports focus by touch
decent sensor resolution (20MP)
selfie friendly display
more heavy than others in class (997g)
51
built-in flash
no Timelapse recording
low resolution (12 megapixels)
display isn't selfie friendly
wide angle not good (32mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.9)
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Landscape Comparison

Olympus E-M1X Landscape photography advice
Pentax E85 Landscape photography advice
79
focusing manually
swap lenses (Micro Four Thirds mount)
screen size is good (3 inches)
built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
decent sensor resolution (20MP)
nice sensor size (Four Thirds)
great ISO range (25,600)
supports RAW files
environment proofing
good battery pack (870 CIPA)
2 card slots
23
lack of manual focus
cannot switch lens (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not good (32mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.9)
screen is small (2.7 inches)
manual exposure not possible
lack of image stabilization
low resolution (12MP)
small sensor (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
no Timelapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with Olympus E-M1X
Vlogging with Pentax E85
68
selfie friendly display
touchscreen
built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
has face detect focusing
video res high (4096 x 2160 pixels)
comes with microphone support
more heavy than others in class (997g)
22
wide angle not good (32mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.9)
display isn't selfie friendly
lack of image stabilization
video quality not great (640 x 480 pxls)
no external microphone support
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Olympus E-M1X vs Pentax E85 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Olympus E-M1X and Pentax E85
 Olympus OM-D E-M1XPentax Optio E85
General Information
Make Olympus Pentax
Model Olympus OM-D E-M1X Pentax Optio E85
Category Pro Mirrorless Small Sensor Compact
Announced 2019-01-24 2009-09-17
Physical type SLR-style mirrorless Compact
Sensor Information
Chip Dual TruePic VIII -
Sensor type CMOS CCD
Sensor size Four Thirds 1/2.3"
Sensor measurements 17.4 x 13mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor area 226.2mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 20 megapixels 12 megapixels
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 4:3 and 16:9
Highest resolution 5184 x 3888 4000 x 3000
Highest native ISO 25600 3200
Min native ISO 200 80
RAW files
Min boosted ISO 64 -
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Touch focus
Autofocus continuous
Autofocus single
Tracking autofocus
Selective autofocus
Center weighted autofocus
Multi area autofocus
Autofocus live view
Face detect autofocus
Contract detect autofocus
Phase detect autofocus
Number of focus points 121 -
Lens
Lens mounting type Micro Four Thirds fixed lens
Lens focal range - 32-96mm (3.0x)
Maximum aperture - f/2.9-5.2
Macro focus distance - 10cm
Amount of lenses 107 -
Crop factor 2.1 5.8
Screen
Display type Fully Articulated Fixed Type
Display size 3" 2.7"
Display resolution 1,037k dots 230k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch function
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder Electronic None
Viewfinder resolution 2,360k dots -
Viewfinder coverage 100 percent -
Viewfinder magnification 0.74x -
Features
Slowest shutter speed 60s 2s
Maximum shutter speed 1/8000s 1/2000s
Maximum quiet shutter speed 1/32000s -
Continuous shooting rate 60.0 frames per sec 1.0 frames per sec
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Exposure compensation Yes -
Set white balance
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash range no built-in flash 3.00 m
Flash modes Redeye, Fill-in, Flash Off, Red-eye Slow sync (1st curtain), Slow sync.(1st curtain), Slow sync (2nd curtain), manual -
Hot shoe
Auto exposure bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Video resolutions 4096 x 2160 @ 24p / 237 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps)
Highest video resolution 4096x2160 640x480
Video format MPEG-4, H.264 Motion JPEG
Microphone support
Headphone support
Connectivity
Wireless Built-In None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB Yes (USB-PD allows charging by laptop or external power bank) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS Built-in None
Physical
Environment sealing
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 997 gr (2.20 lb) 145 gr (0.32 lb)
Dimensions 144 x 147 x 75mm (5.7" x 5.8" x 3.0") 93 x 58 x 24mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.9")
DXO scores
DXO All around 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 life 870 shots -
Battery style Built-in -
Battery model - D-LI95
Self timer Yes (2 or 12 secs, custom) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse feature
Type of storage - SD/SDHC, Internal
Card slots Dual Single
Cost at launch $2,999 $0