Pentax E85 vs Sony W690

Let's look more closely at the Pentax E85 versus Sony W690, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by competitors Pentax and Sony. There exists a large gap between the resolutions of the E85 (12MP) and W690 (16MP) but both cameras posses the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The E85 was unveiled 3 years before the W690 which is quite a serious difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving into a thorough comparison, here is a brief summary of how the E85 matches up against the W690 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Pentax Optio E85 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W690. The full galleries are viewable at Pentax E85 Gallery & Sony W690 Gallery.

In case you're going to carry around your camera, you are going to need to factor its weight and proportions. 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) while the Sony W690 has measurements of 94mm x 56mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs).

Look at the Pentax E85 versus Sony W690 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you select at that moment. Underneath is a front view physical size comparison of the E85 compared to the W690.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the E85 and W690 is 95 and 95 respectively.

Normally, it's hard to visualize the gap between sensor sizes only by reading through a spec sheet. The picture underneath will provide you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the E85 and W690.

As you can see, each of these cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different MP. You can expect the Sony W690 to resolve more detail having an extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The more aged E85 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.