Pentax E85 vs Sony HX10V

In this article, we will be reviewing the Pentax E85 versus Sony HX10V, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Pentax and Sony. There exists a sizable gap among the sensor resolutions of the E85 (12MP) and HX10V (18MP) but they feature the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The E85 was introduced 3 years earlier than the HX10V which is a fairly significant difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting in to a full comparison, below is a quick highlight of how the E85 scores against the HX10V when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Pentax Optio E85 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX10V. The whole galleries are available at Pentax E85 Gallery & Sony HX10V Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to travel with your camera often, you'll have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Pentax E85 enjoys exterior measurements of 93mm x 58mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.9") along with a weight of 145 grams (0.32 lbs) and the Sony HX10V has dimensions of 105mm x 60mm x 34mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") along with a weight of 234 grams (0.52 lbs).

Examine the Pentax E85 versus Sony HX10V in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you have attached at that moment. Below is the front view measurement comparison of the E85 compared to the HX10V.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the E85 and HX10V is 95 and 91 respectively.

Typically, it can be hard to visualize the difference in sensor dimensions just by going through technical specs. The picture here will help provide you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the E85 and HX10V.

As you can tell, each of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different resolution. You can expect the Sony HX10V to produce extra detail using its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop pictures far more aggressively. The more aged E85 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.