Pentax E85 vs Samsung SL202

Lets look more closely at the Pentax E85 vs Samsung SL202, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by rivals Pentax and Samsung. The image resolution of the E85 (12MP) and the SL202 (10MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras boast the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The E85 was revealed 8 months after the SL202 which means that they are of a similar age. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving right into a in-depth comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the E85 matches up against the SL202 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Pentax Optio E85 & Samsung SL202. The full galleries are provided at Pentax E85 Gallery & Samsung SL202 Gallery.

For those who are intending to travel with your camera regularly, you'll need to consider its weight and proportions. The Pentax E85 has got exterior dimensions 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 SL202 has measurements of 92mm x 61mm x 23mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.9") and a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are utilising at the time. Here is a front view overall size comparison of the E85 compared to the SL202.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the E85 and SL202 is 95 and 94 respectively.

Usually, its hard to visualise the difference between sensor dimensions simply by checking a spec sheet. The image below will help provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the E85 and SL202.

As you can see, the 2 cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same megapixels. You can count on the Pentax E85 to give extra detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop photographs way more aggressively. The more modern E85 will have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.