Pentax E85 vs Sony S950
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Pentax E85 vs Sony S950 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
- Launched September 2009
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- No Video
- 33-132mm (F3.3-5.2) lens
- 167g - 93 x 56 x 24mm
- Announced February 2009
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Its time to examine more in depth at the Pentax E85 and Sony S950, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by companies Pentax and Sony. The image resolution of the E85 (12MP) and the S950 (10MP) is pretty close and they possess the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").
President Biden pushes bill mandating TikTok sale or banThe E85 was introduced 8 months after the S950 which means that they are of a similar generation. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before going straight into a complete comparison, below is a brief introduction of how the E85 grades versus the S950 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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Reasons to pick Pentax E85 over the Sony S950
| E85 | S950 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Announced | September 2009 |  | February 2009 | Newer by 8 months |
Reasons to pick Sony S950 over the Pentax E85
| S950 | E85 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manually focus |  | Very exact focus |
Common features in the Pentax E85 and Sony S950
| E85 | S950 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Screen dimension | 2.7" |  | 2.7" | Identical screen measurement |
| Screen resolution | 230k |  | 230k | Equal screen resolution |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither comes with selfie screen | ||
| Touch screen |  | Neither comes with Touch screen |
Pentax E85 vs Sony S950 Physical Comparison
If you are looking to travel with your camera, you will have to factor in its weight and size. The Pentax E85 comes with external dimensions of 93mm x 58mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.9") and a weight of 145 grams (0.32 lbs) and the Sony S950 has specifications of 93mm x 56mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).
Compare the Pentax E85 and Sony S950 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are utilising at that time. Underneath is the front view dimensions comparison of the E85 against the S950.
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the E85 and S950 is 95 and 94 respectively.
Pentax E85 vs Sony S950 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it is very hard to imagine the gap in sensor dimensions merely by viewing specifications. The pic underneath may give you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the E85 and S950.
Plainly, the two cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit different resolution. You should expect the Pentax E85 to render greater detail using its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop photographs somewhat more aggressively. The younger E85 should have a benefit in sensor technology.
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Pentax E85 vs Sony S950 Specifications
| Pentax Optio E85 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S950 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Company | Pentax | Sony |
| Model type | Pentax Optio E85 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S950 |
| Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
| Launched | 2009-09-17 | 2009-02-17 |
| Body design | 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 | 12MP | 10MP |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Highest resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
| Highest native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
| Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
| RAW support | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focusing | ||
| Autofocus touch | ||
| Continuous autofocus | ||
| Single autofocus | ||
| Tracking autofocus | ||
| Selective autofocus | ||
| Center weighted autofocus | ||
| Autofocus multi area | ||
| Autofocus live view | ||
| Face detection focus | ||
| Contract detection focus | ||
| Phase detection focus | ||
| Total focus points | - | 9 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 32-96mm (3.0x) | 33-132mm (4.0x) |
| Max aperture | f/2.9-5.2 | f/3.3-5.2 |
| Macro focusing range | 10cm | 10cm |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen sizing | 2.7 inches | 2.7 inches |
| Screen resolution | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch display | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Lowest shutter speed | 2 seconds | 2 seconds |
| Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
| Continuous shooting speed | 1.0 frames per sec | 1.0 frames per sec |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual exposure | ||
| Custom white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Inbuilt flash | ||
| Flash distance | 3.00 m | 3.50 m |
| Flash settings | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync |
| Hot shoe | ||
| AE bracketing | ||
| White balance 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) | - |
| Highest video resolution | 640x480 | None |
| Video format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
| Microphone jack | ||
| Headphone jack | ||
| 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 seal | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 145 grams (0.32 lbs) | 167 grams (0.37 lbs) |
| Dimensions | 93 x 58 x 24mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.9") | 93 x 56 x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO All around 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 (2 or 10 sec) |
| Time lapse shooting | ||
| Storage media | SD/SDHC, Internal | Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo, Internal |
| Storage slots | One | One |
| Cost at launch | $0 | $130 |