Pentax E85 vs Samsung SL102
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Pentax E85 vs Samsung SL102 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
- Announced September 2009
(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
Mastering Nature Photography with a Digital Microscope Camera 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").
President Biden pushes bill mandating TikTok sale or banThe 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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This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Pentax Optio E85 and Samsung SL102. The complete galleries are viewable at Pentax E85 Gallery and Samsung SL102 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Pentax E85 over the Samsung SL102
| E85 | SL102 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launched | September 2009 | January 2009 | Newer by 9 months | |
| Display size | 2.7" | 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 type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
| Display resolution | 230k | 230k | Exact 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.
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.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the E85 and SL102 is 95 and 96 respectively.
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.
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Pentax E85 vs Samsung SL102 Specifications
| Pentax Optio E85 | Samsung 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 |