Panasonic G3 vs Pentax E85
83 Imaging
51 Features
62 Overall
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95 Imaging
35 Features
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Panasonic G3 vs Pentax E85 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 160 - 6400
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 336g - 115 x 84 x 47mm
- Revealed July 2011
- Older Model is Panasonic G2
- Refreshed by Panasonic G5
(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
- Released September 2009
Panasonic G3 vs Pentax E85 Overview
Following is a in-depth overview of the Panasonic G3 versus Pentax E85, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Panasonic and Pentax. There is a significant difference between the resolutions of the G3 (16MP) and E85 (12MP) and the G3 (Four Thirds) and E85 (1/2.3") boast totally different sensor size.
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe G3 was introduced 23 months after the E85 making them a generation away from each other. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic G3 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Pentax E85 being a Compact camera.
Before we go right into a full comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the G3 scores vs the E85 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Panasonic G3 vs Pentax E85 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-G3 and Pentax Optio E85. The whole galleries are provided at Panasonic G3 Gallery and Pentax E85 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic G3 over the Pentax E85
G3 | E85 | |||
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Released | July 2011 | September 2009 | More modern by 23 months | |
Focus manually | Very precise focus | |||
Display type | Fully Articulated | Fixed | Fully Articulating display | |
Display size | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Display resolution | 460k | 230k | Sharper display (+230k dot) | |
Selfie screen | Take selfies | |||
Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Pentax E85 over the Panasonic G3
E85 | G3 |
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Common features in the Panasonic G3 and Pentax E85
G3 | E85 |
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Panasonic G3 vs Pentax E85 Physical Comparison
If you're aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you should consider its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic G3 enjoys physical dimensions of 115mm x 84mm x 47mm (4.5" x 3.3" x 1.9") with a weight of 336 grams (0.74 lbs) and the Pentax E85 has dimensions of 93mm x 58mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.9") with a weight of 145 grams (0.32 lbs).
Look at the Panasonic G3 versus Pentax E85 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have attached at that moment. Underneath is a front view scale comparison of the G3 vs the E85.
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the G3 and E85 is 83 and 95 respectively.
Panasonic G3 vs Pentax E85 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, its hard to see the difference between sensor sizes purely by reviewing specs. The pic here might offer you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the G3 and E85.
As you can plainly see, both cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The G3 with its larger sensor will make achieving shallow depth of field easier and the Panasonic G3 will offer greater detail using its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop images a good deal more aggressively. The more recent G3 is going to have an advantage in sensor innovation.
Panasonic G3 vs Pentax E85 Screen and ViewFinder
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Panasonic G3 vs Pentax E85 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-G3 | Pentax Optio E85 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Panasonic | Pentax |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-G3 | Pentax Optio E85 |
Type | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2011-07-11 | 2009-09-17 |
Body design | SLR-style mirrorless | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Venus Engine FHD | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | Four Thirds | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 17.3 x 13mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 224.9mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4592 x 3448 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 160 | 80 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | 23 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Micro Four Thirds | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | - | 32-96mm (3.0x) |
Max aperture | - | f/2.9-5.2 |
Macro focusing range | - | 10cm |
Available lenses | 107 | - |
Crop factor | 2.1 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fully Articulated | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3" | 2.7" |
Display resolution | 460 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display technology | TFT Color LCD with wide-viewing angle | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder resolution | 1,440 thousand dot | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.7x | - |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 60 seconds | 2 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 4.0fps | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 11.00 m | 3.00 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | - |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Fastest flash sync | 1/160 seconds | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60fps) 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps), 320 x 240 (30fps)) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 640x480 |
Video data format | AVCHD, Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
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 seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 336 grams (0.74 pounds) | 145 grams (0.32 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 115 x 84 x 47mm (4.5" x 3.3" x 1.9") | 93 x 58 x 24mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | 56 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | 21.0 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 10.6 | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | 667 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 270 pictures | - |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | - | D-LI95 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Price at release | $500 | $0 |