Nikon D5 vs Pentax Efina
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Nikon D5 vs Pentax Efina Key Specs
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- 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
- Launched June 2013
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Following is a extensive review of the Nikon D5 and Pentax Efina, one is a Pro DSLR and the other is a Ultracompact by competitors Nikon and Pentax. There exists a sizeable gap between the resolutions of the D5 (21MP) and Efina (14MP) and the D5 (Full frame) and Efina (1/2.3") offer different sensor size.
Photography GlossaryThe D5 was released 2 years after the Efina which is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Nikon D5 being a Large SLR camera and the Pentax Efina being a Ultracompact camera.
Before diving straight to a in depth comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the D5 grades against the Efina when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon D5 and Pentax Efina. The complete galleries are available at Nikon D5 Gallery and Pentax Efina Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon D5 over the Pentax Efina
| D5 | Efina | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launched | January 2016 |  | June 2013 | More modern by 32 months |
| Focus manually |  | More exact focusing | ||
| Display dimensions | 3.2" |  | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.7") |
| Display resolution | 2359k |  | 230k | Crisper display (+2129k dot) |
| Touch friendly display |  | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Pentax Efina over the Nikon D5
| Efina | D5 |
|---|
Common features in the Nikon D5 and Pentax Efina
| D5 | Efina | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Selfie screen |  | Missing selfie screen |
Nikon D5 vs Pentax Efina Physical Comparison
In case you're aiming to carry around your camera often, you will need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Nikon D5 features outer measurements of 160mm x 158.5mm x 92mm (6.3" x 6.2" x 3.6") accompanied by a weight of 1415 grams (3.12 lbs) and the Pentax Efina has dimensions of 87mm x 54mm x 21mm (3.4" x 2.1" x 0.8") with a weight of 91 grams (0.20 lbs).
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Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are using at the time. Following is a front view over all size comparison of the D5 against the Efina.
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the D5 and Efina is 50 and 97 respectively.
Nikon D5 vs Pentax Efina Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it can be hard to picture the difference between sensor sizes simply by going over specs. The image underneath might offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the D5 and Efina.
All in all, each of the cameras have different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The D5 because of its larger sensor is going to make shooting shallower depth of field simpler and the Nikon D5 will deliver greater detail as a result of its extra 7MP. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop photos a bit more aggressively. The more recent D5 should have a benefit in sensor technology.
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Nikon D5 vs Pentax Efina Specifications
| Nikon D5 | Pentax Efina | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Make | Nikon | Pentax |
| Model | Nikon D5 | Pentax Efina |
| Type | Pro DSLR | Ultracompact |
| Revealed | 2016-01-05 | 2013-06-03 |
| Physical type | Large SLR | Ultracompact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor Chip | Expeed 5 | - |
| Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
| Sensor size | Full frame | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor dimensions | 35.8 x 23.9mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
| Sensor surface area | 855.6mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 21MP | 14MP |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 1:1, 5:4, 4:3 and 3:2 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Highest resolution | 5588 x 3712 | 4288 x 3216 |
| Highest native ISO | 102400 | 1600 |
| Highest boosted ISO | 3280000 | - |
| Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
| RAW photos | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| AF touch | ||
| AF continuous | ||
| Single AF | ||
| Tracking AF | ||
| AF selectice | ||
| Center weighted AF | ||
| Multi area AF | ||
| Live view AF | ||
| Face detect focusing | ||
| Contract detect focusing | ||
| Phase detect focusing | ||
| Number of focus points | 153 | - |
| Cross focus points | 99 | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount | Nikon F | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | - | 26-130mm (5.0x) |
| Max aperture | - | f/3.5-6.3 |
| Macro focus range | - | 20cm |
| Total lenses | 309 | - |
| Crop factor | 1 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display size | 3.2" | 2.5" |
| Display resolution | 2,359k dots | 230k dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch capability | ||
| Display technology | - | QVGA TFT LCD |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | Optical (pentaprism) | None |
| Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | - |
| Viewfinder magnification | 0.72x | - |
| Features | ||
| Lowest shutter speed | 30 seconds | 1/8 seconds |
| Highest shutter speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/1400 seconds |
| Continuous shooting rate | 14.0 frames per second | - |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual mode | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
| Set WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash range | no built-in flash | 4.10 m |
| Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow sync, Rear curtain | Auto, Auto Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Forced Off |
| Hot shoe | ||
| Auto exposure bracketing | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment metering | ||
| Average metering | ||
| Spot metering | ||
| Partial metering | ||
| AF area metering | ||
| Center weighted metering | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 4K (UHD) 30p/25p/24p, 1080/60p/50p/30p/25p/24p, 720/60p/50p | 1280 x 720, 640 x 480 |
| Highest video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1280x720 |
| Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | - |
| Mic port | ||
| Headphone port | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | Optional | None |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 3.0 (5 GBit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | Optional | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environment sealing | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 1415g (3.12 pounds) | 91g (0.20 pounds) |
| Physical dimensions | 160 x 158.5 x 92mm (6.3" x 6.2" x 3.6") | 87 x 54 x 21mm (3.4" x 2.1" x 0.8") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO All around score | 88 | not tested |
| DXO Color Depth score | 25.1 | not tested |
| DXO Dynamic range score | 12.3 | not tested |
| DXO Low light score | 2434 | not tested |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | 3780 shots | 200 shots |
| Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
| Battery model | EN-EL18a | D-LI109 |
| Self timer | Yes (2, 5, 10 or 20 sec) | Yes |
| Time lapse recording | ||
| Storage type | Dual CompactFlash or dual XQD | SC/SDHC, Internal |
| Card slots | 2 | Single |
| Pricing at launch | $6,500 | $10 |
