Panasonic ZS50 vs Pentax E85
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57 Overall
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Panasonic ZS50 vs Pentax E85 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-720mm (F3.3-6.4) lens
- 243g - 111 x 65 x 34mm
- Announced January 2015
- Alternate Name is Lumix DMC-TZ70
- Succeeded the Panasonic ZS45
- Renewed by Panasonic ZS60
(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
- Launched September 2009
Panasonic ZS50 vs Pentax E85 Overview
Below is a complete review of the Panasonic ZS50 vs Pentax E85, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Panasonic and Pentax. The image resolution of the ZS50 (12MP) and the E85 (12MP) is fairly comparable and both cameras posses the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe ZS50 was revealed 5 years later than the E85 and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before diving right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief view of how the ZS50 grades versus the E85 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Panasonic ZS50 vs Pentax E85 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS50 and Pentax Optio E85. The full galleries are available at Panasonic ZS50 Gallery and Pentax E85 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS50 over the Pentax E85
ZS50 | E85 | |||
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Launched | January 2015 | September 2009 | More recent by 65 months | |
Manual focus | Dial precise focus | |||
Display dimensions | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Display resolution | 1040k | 230k | Crisper display (+810k dot) |
Reasons to pick Pentax E85 over the Panasonic ZS50
E85 | ZS50 |
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Common features in the Panasonic ZS50 and Pentax E85
ZS50 | E85 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Neither includes selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Missing Touch friendly display |
Panasonic ZS50 vs Pentax E85 Physical Comparison
If you are looking to lug around your camera frequently, you will have to think about its weight and size. The Panasonic ZS50 features physical dimensions of 111mm x 65mm x 34mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.3") and a weight of 243 grams (0.54 lbs) whilst 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).
Look at the Panasonic ZS50 vs Pentax E85 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are utilising at that time. Here is a front view physical size comparison of the ZS50 versus the E85.
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the ZS50 and E85 is 90 and 95 respectively.
Panasonic ZS50 vs Pentax E85 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it is tough to imagine the difference in sensor measurements merely by checking out specs. The graphic below might offer you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the ZS50 and E85.
All in all, both the cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the identical megapixels and you should expect comparable quality of images although you will want to consider the release date of the cameras into account. The more recent ZS50 should have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.
Panasonic ZS50 vs Pentax E85 Screen and ViewFinder
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Panasonic ZS50 vs Pentax E85 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS50 | Pentax Optio E85 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Panasonic | Pentax |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS50 | Pentax Optio E85 |
Alternative name | Lumix DMC-TZ70 | - |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2015-01-06 | 2009-09-17 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | 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 | 12MP | 12MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 23 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-720mm (30.0x) | 32-96mm (3.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.3-6.4 | f/2.9-5.2 |
Macro focusing distance | 3cm | 10cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3" | 2.7" |
Display resolution | 1,040k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder resolution | 1,166k dot | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.46x | - |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4s | 2s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter speed | 10.0 frames per second | 1.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 6.40 m | 3.00 m |
Flash settings | Auto, Auto/Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Slow Sync./Red-eye Reduction, Forced Off | - |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60p/60i/30p), 1280 x 720 (60p/30p), 640 x 480 (30p) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 640x480 |
Video format | MPEG-4, AVCHD | Motion JPEG |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | 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 | 243 grams (0.54 lbs) | 145 grams (0.32 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 111 x 65 x 34mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.3") | 93 x 58 x 24mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | 44 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | 20.0 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 11.2 | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | 138 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 300 images | - |
Battery form | 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, Internal | SD/SDHC, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Price at release | $350 | $0 |