Pentax E85 vs Sony W610

Here, we are comparing the Pentax E85 versus Sony W610, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by rivals Pentax and Sony. The sensor resolution of the E85 (12MP) and the W610 (14MP) is fairly well matched and both cameras offer the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The E85 was revealed 3 years earlier than the W610 which is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving into a thorough comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the E85 grades versus the W610 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Pentax Optio E85 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W610. The full galleries are viewable at Pentax E85 Gallery & Sony W610 Gallery.

If you are planning to travel with your camera often, you'll need to factor its weight and size. The Pentax E85 comes with physical measurements of 93mm x 58mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.9") with a weight of 145 grams (0.32 lbs) while the Sony W610 has specifications of 93mm x 52mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.0" x 0.7") and a weight of 113 grams (0.25 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you select during that time. Below is a front view dimension comparison of the E85 vs the W610.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the E85 and W610 is 95 and 97 respectively.

Usually, its hard to visualise the difference between sensor dimensions simply by looking at specs. The image here should offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the E85 and W610.

All in all, the two cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same megapixels. You can anticipate the Sony W610 to resolve greater detail because of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The more aged E85 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.