Nikon A10 vs Pentax Efina

Here is a extensive comparison of the Nikon A10 and Pentax Efina, both Ultracompact cameras by competitors Nikon and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the A10 (16MP) and the Efina (14MP) is relatively comparable and they feature the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The A10 was manufactured 2 years later than the Efina and that is a fairly big difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before getting through a detailed comparison, below is a brief view of how the A10 scores vs the Efina when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix A10 & Pentax Efina. The entire galleries are available at Nikon A10 Gallery & Pentax Efina Gallery.

If you are going to carry your camera regularly, you will have to factor its weight and proportions. The Nikon A10 features exterior measurements of 96mm x 59mm x 29mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs) and the Pentax Efina has measurements of 87mm x 54mm x 21mm (3.4" x 2.1" x 0.8") having a weight of 91 grams (0.20 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you select at that moment. Underneath is the front view measurement comparison of the A10 versus the Efina.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the A10 and Efina is 94 and 97 respectively.

Quite often, it's difficult to picture the contrast in sensor sizing just by seeing specs. The visual below might offer you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the A10 and Efina.

As you can plainly see, both of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different MP. You can count on the Nikon A10 to produce more detail due to its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop photographs far more aggressively. The younger A10 should have a benefit in sensor tech.