Pentax E85 vs Samsung WB30F
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Pentax E85 vs Samsung WB30F Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- 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)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-240mm (F3.1-6.3) lens
- 128g - 98 x 58 x 17mm
- Revealed January 2013

Pentax E85 vs Samsung WB30F Overview
The following is a in-depth assessment of the Pentax E85 versus Samsung WB30F, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by manufacturers Pentax and Samsung. There is a substantial difference between the sensor resolutions of the E85 (12MP) and WB30F (16MP) but both cameras offer the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The E85 was brought out 4 years earlier than the WB30F which is quite a big difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before getting right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the E85 scores vs the WB30F with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Pentax E85 vs Samsung WB30F Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery images for Pentax Optio E85 & Samsung WB30F. The entire galleries are available at Pentax E85 Gallery & Samsung WB30F Gallery.
Reasons to pick Pentax E85 over the Samsung WB30F
E85 | WB30F |
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Reasons to pick Samsung WB30F over the Pentax E85
WB30F | E85 | |||
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Revealed | January 2013 | ![]() | September 2009 | Newer by 40 months |
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Common features in the Pentax E85 and Samsung WB30F
E85 | WB30F | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Lack of manual focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Equal screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | No Touch screen |
Pentax E85 vs Samsung WB30F Physical Comparison
If you're going to travel with your camera often, you will need to consider its weight and measurements. The Pentax E85 has outside 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 WB30F has proportions of 98mm x 58mm x 17mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") along with a weight of 128 grams (0.28 lbs).
Compare the Pentax E85 versus Samsung WB30F in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have attached at that time. Underneath is a front view physical size comparison of the E85 compared to the WB30F.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the E85 and WB30F is 95 and 96 respectively.

Pentax E85 vs Samsung WB30F Sensor Comparison
Often, it can be difficult to envision the difference between sensor dimensions simply by reading technical specs. The image here will help provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the E85 and WB30F.
As you have seen, each of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same MP. You can expect the Samsung WB30F to offer extra detail having its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop shots a bit more aggressively. The more aged E85 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.

Pentax E85 vs Samsung WB30F Screen and ViewFinder


Photography Type Scores
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Travel Comparison

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Pentax E85 vs Samsung WB30F Specifications
Pentax Optio E85 | Samsung WB30F | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Pentax | Samsung |
Model | Pentax Optio E85 | Samsung WB30F |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2009-09-17 | 2013-01-07 |
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 | 6.17 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 | - |
Maximum resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 32-96mm (3.0x) | 24-240mm (10.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/2.9-5.2 | f/3.1-6.3 |
Macro focus range | 10cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of screen | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Screen tech | - | QVGA TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 2 seconds | 8 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 1.0fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 3.00 m | - |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 145 grams (0.32 lb) | 128 grams (0.28 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 93 x 58 x 24mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.9") | 98 x 58 x 17mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") |
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 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Launch pricing | $0 | $180 |