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Nikon S4100 vs Pentax Efina

Portability
99
Imaging
37
Features
33
Overall
35
Nikon Coolpix S4100 front
 
Pentax Efina front
Portability
97
Imaging
38
Features
26
Overall
33

Nikon S4100 vs Pentax Efina Key Specs

Nikon S4100
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 3200
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 26-130mm (F3.2-6.5) lens
  • n/ag - 95 x 57 x 20mm
  • Launched February 2011
Pentax Efina
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.5" Fixed Display
  • ISO 80 - 1600
  • Digital Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 26-130mm (F3.5-6.3) lens
  • 91g - 87 x 54 x 21mm
  • Announced June 2013
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Nikon S4100 vs Pentax Efina Overview

The following is a extended analysis of the Nikon S4100 vs Pentax Efina, both Ultracompact digital cameras by rivals Nikon and Pentax. The resolution of the S4100 (14MP) and the Efina (14MP) is fairly well matched and they feature the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The S4100 was launched 3 years prior to the Efina which is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before going through a comprehensive comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the S4100 grades against the Efina when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Nikon S4100 over the Pentax Efina

 S4100 Efina 
Display dimension3"2.5"Larger display (+0.5")
Touch display Easily navigate

Reasons to pick Pentax Efina over the Nikon S4100

 Efina S4100 
AnnouncedJune 2013February 2011Newer by 28 months

Common features in the Nikon S4100 and Pentax Efina

 S4100 Efina 
Manually focus No manual focus
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display resolution230k230kSame display resolution
Selfie screen Lack of selfie screen

Nikon S4100 vs Pentax Efina Physical Comparison

For those who are planning to travel with your camera frequently, you should take into account its weight and proportions. The Nikon S4100 features physical measurements of 95mm x 57mm x 20mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs) while the Pentax Efina has measurements of 87mm x 54mm x 21mm (3.4" x 2.1" x 0.8") and a weight of 91 grams (0.20 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are using at that moment. Below is the front view physical size comparison of the S4100 and the Efina.

Nikon S4100 vs Pentax Efina size comparison

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the S4100 and Efina is 99 and 97 respectively.

Nikon S4100 vs Pentax Efina top view buttons comparison

Nikon S4100 vs Pentax Efina Sensor Comparison

Sometimes, it's hard to see the gap between sensor dimensions purely by checking specifications. The picture underneath may offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the S4100 and Efina.

Plainly, both cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the same MP therefore you should expect similar quality of photographs though you should really factor the release date of the products into consideration. The more aged S4100 is going to be behind in sensor tech.

Nikon S4100 vs Pentax Efina sensor size comparison

Nikon S4100 vs Pentax Efina Screen and ViewFinder

Nikon S4100 vs Pentax Efina Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Nikon S4100 Portrait photography details
Pentax Efina Portrait photography details
33
resolution is good (14 megapixels)
comes with face detect autofocus
manual focus not available
lack of manual mode
can't use external flash
sensor is small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
34
sensor resolution is decent (14MP)
provides face detect autofocus
lack of manual focus
no manual exposure
no external flash support
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
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Street Comparison

Nikon S4100 Street photography factors
Pentax Efina Street photography factors
64
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
boasts touch to focus
screen is fixed
sensor is small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
64
built in image stabilization (Digital)
lighter than competition in class (91 grams)
no articulating screen
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
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Sports Comparison

Nikon S4100 Sports photography features
Pentax Efina Sports photography features
37
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
resolution is good (14 megapixels)
comes with tracking focus
very slow continuous shooting (1.0 frames per second)
no shutter priority mode
sensor is small (1/2.3")
not so great battery power (190 per charge)
doesn't have phase detect autofocus
35
built in image stabilization (Digital)
sensor resolution is decent (14 megapixels)
max shutter speed is low (1/1,400 seconds)
no shutter priority
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Nikon S4100 as a Travel photography camera
Pentax Efina as a Travel photography camera
67
boasts touch to focus
resolution is good (14 megapixels)
flash built-in
decently wide (26mm)
missing Time Lapse mode
not so great battery power (190 CIPA)
doesn't offer selfie friendly display
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.2)
69
lighter than competition in class (91 grams)
sensor resolution is decent (14MP)
flash built-in
really wide (26mm)
missing Time Lapse recording
screen is not selfie friendly
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
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Landscape Comparison

Nikon S4100 Landscape photography information
Pentax Efina Landscape photography information
41
decently wide (26mm)
good sized screen (3 inches)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
resolution is good (14 megapixels)
manual focus not available
can't change lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.2)
lack of manual mode
sensor is small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
not so great battery power (190 per charge)
missing Time Lapse mode
38
really wide (26mm)
built in image stabilization (Digital)
sensor resolution is decent (14 megapixels)
lack of manual focus
can't swap lenses (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
screen is somewhat small (2.5 inch)
no manual exposure
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
missing Time Lapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with Nikon S4100
Vlogging with Pentax Efina
33
decently wide (26mm)
screen is touchscreen
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
comes with face detect autofocus
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.2)
doesn't offer selfie friendly display
low quality video (1280 x 720 resolution)
missing mic socket
33
really wide (26mm)
built in image stabilization (Digital)
provides face detect autofocus
lighter than competition in class (91g)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
screen is not selfie friendly
low quality video (1280 x 720 resolution)
missing mic jack
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Nikon S4100 vs Pentax Efina Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Nikon S4100 and Pentax Efina
 Nikon Coolpix S4100Pentax Efina
General Information
Manufacturer Nikon Pentax
Model type Nikon Coolpix S4100 Pentax Efina
Class Ultracompact Ultracompact
Launched 2011-02-09 2013-06-03
Body design Ultracompact Ultracompact
Sensor Information
Processor Expeed C2 -
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 14 megapixel 14 megapixel
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio - 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Highest resolution 4320 x 3240 4288 x 3216
Highest native ISO 3200 1600
Lowest native ISO 80 80
RAW images
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch to focus
Continuous autofocus
Autofocus single
Tracking autofocus
Selective autofocus
Center weighted autofocus
Autofocus multi area
Autofocus live view
Face detection autofocus
Contract detection autofocus
Phase detection autofocus
Total focus points 9 -
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens support fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 26-130mm (5.0x) 26-130mm (5.0x)
Maximum aperture f/3.2-6.5 f/3.5-6.3
Macro focusing distance 10cm 20cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen sizing 3" 2.5"
Screen resolution 230 thousand dot 230 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch friendly
Screen technology TFT LCD QVGA TFT LCD
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Lowest shutter speed 4s 1/8s
Highest shutter speed 1/2000s 1/1400s
Continuous shooting speed 1.0 frames/s -
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Set white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash distance 4.50 m 4.10 m
Flash options Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye Auto, Auto Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Forced Off
External flash
Auto exposure bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Video resolutions 1280 x 720p (30fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) 1280 x 720, 640 x 480
Highest video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video data format Motion JPEG -
Mic input
Headphone input
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 - 91 gr (0.20 pounds)
Dimensions 95 x 57 x 20mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") 87 x 54 x 21mm (3.4" x 2.1" x 0.8")
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 life 190 images 200 images
Battery format Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery ID EN-EL19 D-LI109
Self timer Yes (10 or 2 sec) Yes
Time lapse recording
Type of storage SD / SDHC/SDXC SC/SDHC, Internal
Storage slots One One
Launch cost $140 $10