Olympus 9000 vs Pentax E85
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Olympus 9000 vs Pentax E85 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 50 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 28-280mm (F3.2-5.9) lens
- 225g - 96 x 60 x 31mm
- Revealed May 2009
- Alternate Name is mju 9000
(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
Olympus 9000 vs Pentax E85 Overview
On this page, we are comparing the Olympus 9000 and Pentax E85, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by manufacturers Olympus and Pentax. The image resolution of the 9000 (12MP) and the E85 (12MP) is very well matched and both cameras provide the same sensor size (1/2.3").
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modesThe 9000 was brought out 4 months prior to the E85 so they are of a similar generation. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before diving into a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise summary of how the 9000 grades against the E85 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Olympus 9000 vs Pentax E85 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus Stylus 9000 and Pentax Optio E85. The entire galleries are viewable at Olympus 9000 Gallery and Pentax E85 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus 9000 over the Pentax E85
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Reasons to pick Pentax E85 over the Olympus 9000
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Common features in the Olympus 9000 and Pentax E85
9000 | E85 | |||
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Announced | May 2009 | September 2009 | Similar generation | |
Focus manually | No manual focus | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display dimensions | 2.7" | 2.7" | Equal display size | |
Display resolution | 230k | 230k | Equal display resolution | |
Selfie screen | Lacking selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Lacking Touch display |
Olympus 9000 vs Pentax E85 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is looking to travel with your camera, you're going to have to factor its weight and proportions. The Olympus 9000 features outside measurements of 96mm x 60mm x 31mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") with a weight of 225 grams (0.50 lbs) and the Pentax E85 has measurements of 93mm x 58mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.9") and a weight of 145 grams (0.32 lbs).
Check out the Olympus 9000 and Pentax E85 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are working with at that moment. Here is a front view physical size comparison of the 9000 compared to the E85.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the 9000 and E85 is 92 and 95 respectively.
Olympus 9000 vs Pentax E85 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it can be difficult to envision the gap between sensor dimensions purely by reading through technical specs. The picture here will help give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the 9000 and E85.
As you can tell, the two cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same megapixels so you should expect similar quality of photos however you will want to consider the release date of the products into consideration.
Olympus 9000 vs Pentax E85 Screen and ViewFinder
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Olympus 9000 vs Pentax E85 Specifications
Olympus Stylus 9000 | Pentax Optio E85 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Olympus | Pentax |
Model | Olympus Stylus 9000 | Pentax Optio E85 |
Also referred to as | mju 9000 | - |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2009-05-14 | 2009-09-17 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 12MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 3968 x 2976 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 50 | 80 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-280mm (10.0x) | 32-96mm (3.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.2-5.9 | f/2.9-5.2 |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | 10cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.7" | 2.7" |
Screen resolution | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4 seconds | 2 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | - | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 5.00 m | 3.00 m |
Flash modes | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off, On | - |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 640x480 | 640x480 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic 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 | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 225g (0.50 pounds) | 145g (0.32 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 96 x 60 x 31mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") | 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 model | - | D-LI95 |
Self timer | Yes (12 seconds) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | xD Picture Card, microSD Card, Internal | SD/SDHC, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Price at launch | $300 | $0 |