Panasonic ZR3 vs Pentax E85

Let's look closer at the Panasonic ZR3 vs Pentax E85, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by rivals Panasonic and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the ZR3 (14MP) and the E85 (12MP) is relatively similar and they enjoy the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The ZR3 was manufactured 5 months later than the E85 and they are both of a similar age. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before going in to a more detailed comparison, below is a quick view of how the ZR3 grades against the E85 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR3 & Pentax Optio E85. The entire galleries are provided at Panasonic ZR3 Gallery & Pentax E85 Gallery.

In case you're looking to lug around your camera regularly, you should take into account its weight and size. The Panasonic ZR3 comes with external measurements of 98mm x 55mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") having a weight of 159 grams (0.35 lbs) and the Pentax E85 has specifications of 93mm x 58mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 145 grams (0.32 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you choose at that moment. Following is the front view sizing comparison of the ZR3 and the E85.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the ZR3 and E85 is 94 and 95 respectively.

Generally, it can be hard to visualise the gap between sensor measurements just by reading technical specs. The visual below may offer you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the ZR3 and E85.

As you have seen, both cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same MP. You can count on the Panasonic ZR3 to offer greater detail due to its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop shots much more aggressively.