Pentax E85 vs Samsung DV300F

Below, we will be looking at the Pentax E85 vs Samsung DV300F, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by brands Pentax and Samsung. There exists a substantial gap between the resolutions of the E85 (12MP) and DV300F (16MP) but they feature the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The E85 was released 3 years earlier than the DV300F which is quite a big difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving in to a full comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the E85 grades vs the DV300F in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Pentax Optio E85 & Samsung DV300F. The complete galleries are available at Pentax E85 Gallery & Samsung DV300F Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to travel with your camera regularly, you have to factor its weight and measurements. The Pentax E85 offers physical measurements of 93mm x 58mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.9") having a weight of 145 grams (0.32 lbs) whilst the Samsung DV300F has proportions of 95mm x 57mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs).

Take a look at the Pentax E85 vs Samsung DV300F in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you have attached at the time. Here is the front view measurement comparison of the E85 versus the DV300F.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the E85 and DV300F is 95 and 96 respectively.

More often than not, it can be tough to imagine the difference between sensor dimensions just by going over specifications. The pic below should give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the E85 and DV300F.

Plainly, both of those cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit different resolution. You can expect the Samsung DV300F to offer extra detail as a result of its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop pictures somewhat more aggressively. The more aged E85 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.