Olympus 1 vs Pentax E85

Following is a extensive assessment of the Olympus 1 versus Pentax E85, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Olympus and Pentax. The image resolution of the 1 (12MP) and the E85 (12MP) is pretty similar but the 1 (1/1.7") and E85 (1/2.3") enjoy different sensor measurements.

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The 1 was brought out 4 years after the E85 which is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Olympus 1 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Pentax E85 being a Compact camera.

Before getting in to a in depth comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the 1 grades against the E85 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus Stylus 1 and Pentax Optio E85. The entire galleries are available at Olympus 1 Gallery and Pentax E85 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to carry around your camera frequently, you will need to factor in its weight and volume. The Olympus 1 has exterior measurements of 116mm x 87mm x 57mm (4.6" x 3.4" x 2.2") having a weight of 402 grams (0.89 lbs) while the Pentax E85 has sizing of 93mm x 58mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.9") with a weight of 145 grams (0.32 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are working with at that moment. Below is the front view dimensions comparison of the 1 against the E85.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the 1 and E85 is 79 and 95 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be hard to picture the difference between sensor sizes only by going over specs. The image here will help offer you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the 1 and E85.

All in all, both the cameras enjoy the same exact resolution albeit different sensor sizes. The 1 uses the bigger sensor which should make getting shallow depth of field easier. The more modern 1 should have a benefit in sensor tech.