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Pentax E85 vs Samsung SL102

Portability
95
Imaging
34
Features
10
Overall
24
Pentax Optio E85 front
 
Samsung SL102 front
Portability
96
Imaging
32
Features
21
Overall
27

Pentax E85 vs Samsung SL102 Key Specs

Pentax E85
(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
  • Announced September 2009
Samsung SL102
(Full Review)
  • 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.5" Fixed Display
  • ISO 80 - 1600
  • 640 x 480 video
  • 35-105mm (F) lens
  • 116g - 90 x 59 x 22mm
  • Launched January 2009
  • Also referred to as ES55
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Pentax E85 vs Samsung SL102 Overview

The following is a in-depth review of the Pentax E85 vs Samsung SL102, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by competitors Pentax and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the E85 (12MP) and the SL102 (10MP) is fairly comparable and both cameras boast the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The E85 was released 9 months after the SL102 which means that they are of a similar generation. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go right into a complete comparison, here is a simple view of how the E85 grades vs the SL102 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Pentax E85 over the Samsung SL102

 E85 SL102 
LaunchedSeptember 2009January 2009Newer by 9 months
Display size2.7"2.5"Larger display (+0.2")

Reasons to pick Samsung SL102 over the Pentax E85

 SL102 E85 

Common features in the Pentax E85 and Samsung SL102

 E85 SL102 
Manual focus No manual focus
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display resolution230k230kExact same display resolution
Selfie screen No selfie screen
Touch display No Touch display

Pentax E85 vs Samsung SL102 Physical Comparison

For those who are intending to travel with your camera, you're going to have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Pentax E85 features physical dimensions 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 Samsung SL102 has measurements of 90mm x 59mm x 22mm (3.5" x 2.3" x 0.9") and a weight of 116 grams (0.26 lbs).

Contrast the Pentax E85 vs Samsung SL102 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you choose at that moment. Underneath is a front view over all size comparison of the E85 vs the SL102.

Pentax E85 vs Samsung SL102 size comparison

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the E85 and SL102 is 95 and 96 respectively.

Pentax E85 vs Samsung SL102 top view buttons comparison

Pentax E85 vs Samsung SL102 Sensor Comparison

Sometimes, it is very hard to see the difference in sensor dimensions only by checking out specifications. The pic below should give you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the E85 and SL102.

To sum up, both the cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same MP. You should anticipate the Pentax E85 to show greater detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The more recent E85 is going to have an advantage in sensor innovation.

Pentax E85 vs Samsung SL102 sensor size comparison

Pentax E85 vs Samsung SL102 Screen and ViewFinder

Pentax E85 vs Samsung SL102 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Pentax E85 as a Portrait photography camera
Samsung SL102 as a Portrait photography camera
20
lack of manual focus
no manual exposure
no external flash support
MP count low (12MP)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
has no RAW format
24
supports face detect focus
no manual focus
manual mode not possible
can't use external flash
resolution not great (10MP)
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
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Street Comparison

Pentax E85 as a Street photography camera
Samsung SL102 as a Street photography camera
47
fixed screen
does not have image stabilization
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
has no RAW format
55
lighter than competition (116 grams)
no moving screen
does not have image stabilization
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
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Sports Comparison

Pentax E85 as a Sports photography camera
Samsung SL102 as a Sports photography camera
17
max frames per second low (1.0 frames/s)
no shutter priority mode
does not have image stabilization
MP count low (12MP)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
has no phase detect AF
16
no shutter priority
does not have image stabilization
resolution not great (10MP)
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Pentax E85 Travel photography highlights
Samsung SL102 Travel photography highlights
51
has built in flash
no Time Lapse mode
MP count low (12MP)
does not have selfie friendly screen
wide angle not great (32mm)
sluggish max aperture (f2.9)
61
lighter than competition (116g)
has built in flash
great maximum aperture (f)
no Timelapse mode
resolution not great (10MP)
does not have a selfie friendly display
wide angle not fantastic (35mm)
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Landscape Comparison

Pentax E85 Landscape photography highlights
Samsung SL102 Landscape photography highlights
23
lack of manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not great (32mm)
sluggish max aperture (f2.9)
tiny screen (2.7 inches)
no manual exposure
does not have image stabilization
MP count low (12 megapixels)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
has no RAW format
no Time Lapse mode
26
great maximum aperture (f)
no manual focus
can't change lens (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not fantastic (35mm)
small screen (2.5 inch)
manual mode not possible
does not have image stabilization
resolution not great (10 megapixels)
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
no Timelapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Pentax E85 as a Vlogging camera
Samsung SL102 as a Vlogging camera
22
wide angle not great (32mm)
sluggish max aperture (f2.9)
does not have selfie friendly screen
does not have image stabilization
low video resolution (640 x 480 resolution)
no mic jack
29
great maximum aperture (f)
supports face detect focus
lighter than competition (116 grams)
wide angle not fantastic (35mm)
does not have a selfie friendly display
does not have image stabilization
low res video (640 x 480 pxls)
no microphone support
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Pentax E85 vs Samsung SL102 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Pentax E85 and Samsung SL102
 Pentax Optio E85Samsung SL102
General Information
Manufacturer Pentax Samsung
Model type Pentax Optio E85 Samsung SL102
Also Known as - ES55
Category Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Compact
Announced 2009-09-17 2009-01-08
Physical type Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor measurements 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.08 x 4.56mm
Sensor surface area 28.1mm² 27.7mm²
Sensor resolution 12MP 10MP
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 and 16:9 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Peak resolution 4000 x 3000 3648 x 2736
Highest native ISO 3200 1600
Lowest native ISO 80 80
RAW images
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Autofocus touch
Continuous autofocus
Autofocus single
Tracking autofocus
Autofocus selectice
Center weighted autofocus
Autofocus multi area
Live view autofocus
Face detect autofocus
Contract detect autofocus
Phase detect autofocus
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 32-96mm (3.0x) 35-105mm (3.0x)
Highest aperture f/2.9-5.2 -
Macro focusing range 10cm 10cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.9
Screen
Type of display Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display sizing 2.7 inch 2.5 inch
Display resolution 230k dots 230k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch functionality
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Min shutter speed 2 secs 8 secs
Max shutter speed 1/2000 secs 1/1500 secs
Continuous shutter rate 1.0 frames/s -
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Custom white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash distance 3.00 m -
Flash modes - Auto, Auto & Red-eye reduction, Fill-in flash, Slow sync, Flash off, Red Eye Fix
Hot shoe
AE bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Supported video resolutions 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps)
Highest video resolution 640x480 640x480
Video data format Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
Microphone support
Headphone support
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 sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 145 grams (0.32 pounds) 116 grams (0.26 pounds)
Physical dimensions 93 x 58 x 24mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.9") 90 x 59 x 22mm (3.5" x 2.3" x 0.9")
DXO scores
DXO Overall rating not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth rating not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested not tested
DXO Low light rating not tested not tested
Other
Battery ID D-LI95 -
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (10sec, 2sec, Double, Motion Timer)
Time lapse recording
Storage type SD/SDHC, Internal SC/SDHC/MMC/MMCplus, internal
Card slots Single Single
Pricing at release $0 $130