Olympus SP-610UZ vs Pentax E85

Let's examine more in depth at the Olympus SP-610UZ vs Pentax E85, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Olympus and Pentax. The image resolution of the SP-610UZ (14MP) and the E85 (12MP) is very close and they enjoy the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SP-610UZ was released 16 months after the E85 making the cameras a generation away from one another. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving through a detailed comparison, below is a short overview of how the SP-610UZ scores vs the E85 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus SP-610UZ & Pentax Optio E85. The complete galleries are viewable at Olympus SP-610UZ Gallery & Pentax E85 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to carry around your camera regularly, you'll have to consider its weight and proportions. The Olympus SP-610UZ has got external measurements of 107mm x 73mm x 73mm (4.2" x 2.9" x 2.9") along with a weight of 405 grams (0.89 lbs) and the Pentax E85 has measurements of 93mm x 58mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 145 grams (0.32 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are using during that time. The following is the front view dimension comparison of the SP-610UZ versus the E85.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SP-610UZ and E85 is 79 and 95 respectively.

More often than not, its difficult to imagine the difference in sensor sizes just by looking through specifications. The pic underneath may give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the SP-610UZ and E85.

Plainly, both of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but different resolution. You can expect to see the Olympus SP-610UZ to result in extra detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will help you crop photos far more aggressively. The more recent SP-610UZ provides an edge with regard to sensor tech.