Pentax E85 vs Pentax I-10

On this page, we will be comparing the Pentax E85 and Pentax I-10, both Small Sensor Compact cameras and both of them are offered by Pentax. The sensor resolution of the E85 (12MP) and the I-10 (12MP) is relatively close and both cameras offer the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The E85 was manufactured 4 months prior to the I-10 and they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go straight to a in depth comparison, here is a concise view of how the E85 grades against the I-10 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Pentax Optio E85 and Pentax Optio I-10. The entire galleries are available at Pentax E85 Gallery and Pentax I-10 Gallery.

If you are intending to lug around your camera, you need to take into account its weight and volume. The Pentax E85 has got exterior measurements of 93mm x 58mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 145 grams (0.32 lbs) whilst the Pentax I-10 has sizing of 101mm x 65mm x 28mm (4.0" x 2.6" x 1.1") and a weight of 153 grams (0.34 lbs).

Take a look at the Pentax E85 and Pentax I-10 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you choose at that moment. Below is a front view dimension comparison of the E85 vs the I-10.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the E85 and I-10 is 95 and 93 respectively.

Usually, it's hard to visualize the difference in sensor measurements simply by researching specifications. The visual here may provide you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the E85 and I-10.

To sum up, both the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same exact resolution and you should expect comparable quality of images however you would want to consider the release date of the cameras into account.