Reasons to choose Digimax L85
Released in 2006, Digimax L85 has about 38 mm² of sensor area, 8.1 MP effective resolution, and a 0 g body. Use these values to narrow the field, not as an overall image-quality score.
Side-by-side comparison
Samsung Digimax L85
vs Samsung Digimax V5
VS
Sensor area
38 mm²
Digimax L8538 mm²
Digimax V5- Area ratio
- 1:1
- Absolute difference
- 0 mm²
- Relative difference
- 0%
The Digimax L85 and Digimax V5 have the same sensor area. Compare pixel density, sensor architecture, and release generation to understand likely image-quality differences.
These cameras were released 2 years apart. Consider sensor generation when comparing pixel metrics.
Key specification differences
Digimax L85MetricDigimax V5
8.1 MPEffective pixels5 MP
7.11 × 5.33Sensor7.11 × 5.33
2.16 µmPixel pitch2.75 µm
4.68 µm²Pixel area7.58 µm²
21.37 MP/cm²Pixel density13.19 MP/cm²
4.87Crop factor4.87
—Maximum video—
—Weight165 g
MultiMedia, Secure DigitalStorageMultiMedia, Secure Digital
Li-Ion Li-ion batteryBatteryAA (2) batteries (NiMH recommended)
Amber marks the value that is generally preferable in this comparison context. It is not an overall camera score.
How to choose between these cameras
The Digimax L85 and Digimax V5 have the same sensor area. The Digimax L85 has the lighter body. The Digimax L85 has the higher effective resolution. The Digimax L85 is the newer release. Also consider the lens system and subjects you shoot.
Reasons to choose Digimax V5
Released in 2004, Digimax V5 has about 38 mm² of sensor area, 5 MP effective resolution, and a 165 g body. Use these values to narrow the field, not as an overall image-quality score.