Pentax E85 vs Ricoh PX
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Pentax E85 vs Ricoh PX Key Specs
(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
- Revealed September 2009
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.9-5.4) lens
- 156g - 100 x 55 x 21mm
- Revealed August 2011
Pentax E85 vs Ricoh PX Overview
Its time to look more in depth at the Pentax E85 vs Ricoh PX, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by competitors Pentax and Ricoh. There is a huge difference among the image resolutions of the E85 (12MP) and PX (16MP) but both cameras boast the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Photography GlossaryThe E85 was revealed 23 months prior to the PX making them a generation away from each other. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before getting right into a full comparison, here is a concise overview of how the E85 scores against the PX when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Pentax E85 vs Ricoh PX Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Pentax Optio E85 and Ricoh PX. The full galleries are viewable at Pentax E85 Gallery and Ricoh PX Gallery.
Reasons to pick Pentax E85 over the Ricoh PX
E85 | PX |
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Reasons to pick Ricoh PX over the Pentax E85
PX | E85 | |||
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Revealed | August 2011 | September 2009 | More modern by 23 months | |
Manual focus | Dial accurate focus |
Common features in the Pentax E85 and Ricoh PX
E85 | PX | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display dimensions | 2.7" | 2.7" | Equal display measurement | |
Display resolution | 230k | 230k | Same display resolution | |
Selfie screen | Lack of selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Lack of Touch display |
Pentax E85 vs Ricoh PX Physical Comparison
If you're going to carry around your camera regularly, you will have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Pentax E85 comes with outside measurements of 93mm x 58mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.9") along with a weight of 145 grams (0.32 lbs) whilst the Ricoh PX has dimensions of 100mm x 55mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") having a weight of 156 grams (0.34 lbs).
See the Pentax E85 vs Ricoh PX in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are utilising at the time. Following is a front view dimension comparison of the E85 compared to the PX.
Using size and weight, the portability score of the E85 and PX is 95 and 95 respectively.
Pentax E85 vs Ricoh PX Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is very difficult to visualise the difference in sensor sizes only by researching specifications. The image underneath might offer you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the E85 and PX.
To sum up, both of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same MP. You should anticipate the Ricoh PX to render more detail because of its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop images more aggressively. The more aged E85 will be behind when it comes to sensor technology.
Pentax E85 vs Ricoh PX Screen and ViewFinder
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Pentax E85 vs Ricoh PX Specifications
Pentax Optio E85 | Ricoh PX | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Pentax | Ricoh |
Model | Pentax Optio E85 | Ricoh PX |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2009-09-17 | 2011-08-16 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | Smooth Imaging Engine IV |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 3:2 |
Maximum resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3072 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 32-96mm (3.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/2.9-5.2 | f/3.9-5.4 |
Macro focus distance | 10cm | 3cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7 inches | 2.7 inches |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 2 secs | 8 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0 frames per sec | 1.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 3.00 m | 3.50 m |
Flash settings | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 145g (0.32 pounds) | 156g (0.34 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 93 x 58 x 24mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.9") | 100 x 55 x 21mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery model | D-LI95 | DB-100 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2, 10 or Custom) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at launch | $0 | $329 |