Olympus VH-410 vs Pentax E85
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![Olympus VH-410 front Olympus VH-410 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Olympus-VH-410/Olympus-VH-410-front.jpg)
![Pentax Optio E85 front Pentax Optio E85 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Pentax-Optio-E85/Pentax-E85-front.jpg)
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Olympus VH-410 vs Pentax E85 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-130mm (F2.8-6.5) lens
- 152g - 102 x 60 x 21mm
- Launched August 2012
(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 VH-410 vs Pentax E85 Overview
On this page, we are looking at the Olympus VH-410 versus Pentax E85, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by competitors Olympus and Pentax. There is a sizable difference between the resolutions of the VH-410 (16MP) and E85 (12MP) but both cameras posses the same sensor size (1/2.3").
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The VH-410 was launched 2 years later than the E85 and that is quite a significant difference as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before we go into a more detailed comparison, here is a short highlight of how the VH-410 grades against the E85 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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Olympus VH-410 vs Pentax E85 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus VH-410 & Pentax Optio E85. The complete galleries are viewable at Olympus VH-410 Gallery & Pentax E85 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus VH-410 over the Pentax E85
VH-410 | E85 | |||
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Announced | August 2012 | ![]() | September 2009 | More recent by 36 months |
Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper display (+230k dot) |
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Pentax E85 over the Olympus VH-410
E85 | VH-410 |
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Common features in the Olympus VH-410 and Pentax E85
VH-410 | E85 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Lack of manual focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither has selfie screen |
Olympus VH-410 vs Pentax E85 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is going to lug around your camera, you'll have to factor its weight and proportions. The Olympus VH-410 has outer measurements of 102mm x 60mm x 21mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.8") with a weight of 152 grams (0.34 lbs) whilst 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).
Take a look at the Olympus VH-410 versus Pentax E85 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you use at that time. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the VH-410 and the E85.
![Olympus VH-410 vs Pentax E85 size comparison Olympus VH-410 vs Pentax E85 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Olympus-VH-410-vs-Pentax-Optio-E85-size-comparison.jpg)
Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the VH-410 and E85 is 95 and 95 respectively.
![Olympus VH-410 vs Pentax E85 top view buttons comparison Olympus VH-410 vs Pentax E85 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Olympus-VH-410-vs-Pentax-Optio-E85-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Olympus VH-410 vs Pentax E85 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it's hard to see the difference between sensor measurements simply by reviewing specs. The graphic here will provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the VH-410 and E85.
As you can plainly see, the two cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same megapixels. You can expect to see the Olympus VH-410 to deliver more detail utilizing its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop pics more aggressively. The newer VH-410 will have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.
![Olympus VH-410 vs Pentax E85 sensor size comparison Olympus VH-410 vs Pentax E85 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Olympus-VH-410-vs-Pentax-Optio-E85-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Olympus VH-410 vs Pentax E85 Screen and ViewFinder
![Olympus VH-410 vs Pentax E85 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Olympus VH-410 vs Pentax E85 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Olympus-VH-410-vs-Pentax-Optio-E85-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Olympus VH-410 vs Pentax E85 Specifications
Olympus VH-410 | Pentax Optio E85 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Olympus | Pentax |
Model | Olympus VH-410 | Pentax Optio E85 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2012-08-21 | 2009-09-17 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | TruePic III+ | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 26-130mm (5.0x) | 32-96mm (3.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/2.8-6.5 | f/2.9-5.2 |
Macro focus range | 5cm | 10cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
Resolution of screen | 460k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Screen tech | TFT Color LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4 seconds | 2 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 2.0fps | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 4.70 m | 3.00 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in | - |
Hot shoe | ||
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 | 1280 x 720 (30,15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 180 (30,15 fps) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 152 gr (0.34 lb) | 145 gr (0.32 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 102 x 60 x 21mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.8") | 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 | LI-50B | D-LI95 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at release | $186 | $0 |