Pentax MX-1 vs Pentax E85

Below, we are evaluating the Pentax MX-1 vs Pentax E85, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras and both of them are built by Pentax. The resolution of the MX-1 (12MP) and the E85 (12MP) is fairly well matched but the MX-1 (1/1.7") and E85 (1/2.3") come with different sensor measurements.

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The MX-1 was revealed 3 years after the E85 which is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go in to a more detailed comparison, below is a brief summary of how the MX-1 scores vs the E85 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Pentax MX-1 and Pentax Optio E85. The full galleries are provided at Pentax MX-1 Gallery and Pentax E85 Gallery.

When you are looking to carry around your camera frequently, you need to factor its weight and size. The Pentax MX-1 has outer dimensions of 122mm x 61mm x 51mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 2.0") with a weight of 391 grams (0.86 lbs) and the Pentax E85 has specifications of 93mm x 58mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.9") with a weight of 145 grams (0.32 lbs).

Analyze the Pentax MX-1 vs Pentax E85 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are working with at that moment. The following is the front view sizing comparison of the MX-1 versus the E85.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the MX-1 and E85 is 84 and 95 respectively.

In many cases, its difficult to picture the difference between sensor sizes just by checking specifications. The pic underneath will offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the MX-1 and E85.

Plainly, each of these cameras posses the exact same MP but different sensor sizes. The MX-1 offers the larger sensor which should make achieving shallow depth of field easier. The more modern MX-1 should have a benefit in sensor innovation.