Panasonic S1 vs Pentax E85

Here, we will be contrasting the Panasonic S1 vs Pentax E85, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by brands Panasonic and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the S1 (12MP) and the E85 (12MP) is pretty well matched and both cameras offer the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The S1 was released 16 months after the E85 which makes them a generation away from each other. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before going straight to a in depth comparison, here is a brief summary of how the S1 scores against the E85 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-S1 and Pentax Optio E85. The complete galleries are provided at Panasonic S1 Gallery and Pentax E85 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to travel with your camera, you will need to factor in its weight and volume. The Panasonic S1 offers external measurements of 99mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs) while the Pentax E85 has sizing of 93mm x 58mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.9") and a weight of 145 grams (0.32 lbs).

See the Panasonic S1 vs Pentax E85 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you use at that time. Here is a front view size comparison of the S1 against the E85.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the S1 and E85 is 96 and 95 respectively.

Oftentimes, its tough to visualize the contrast between sensor dimensions purely by reading through technical specs. The pic underneath will provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the S1 and E85.

As you can tell, both the cameras come with the identical sensor size and the exact same resolution therefore you should expect similar quality of pictures though you may want to take the production date of the products into consideration. The younger S1 should have an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.