Olympus E-620 vs Pentax Efina

Here is a comprehensive comparison of the Olympus E-620 versus Pentax Efina, one being a Entry-Level DSLR and the other is a Ultracompact by brands Olympus and Pentax. The resolution of the E-620 (12MP) and the Efina (14MP) is very similar but the E-620 (Four Thirds) and Efina (1/2.3") possess different sensor measurements.

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The E-620 was brought out 4 years prior to the Efina and that is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras come with different body type with the Olympus E-620 being a Compact SLR camera and the Pentax Efina being a Ultracompact camera.

Before diving in to a detailed comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the E-620 scores against the Efina with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus E-620 and Pentax Efina. The entire galleries are available at Olympus E-620 Gallery and Pentax Efina Gallery.

If you are planning to carry your camera, you have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Olympus E-620 provides exterior measurements of 130mm x 94mm x 60mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 2.4") along with a weight of 500 grams (1.10 lbs) while the Pentax Efina has dimensions of 87mm x 54mm x 21mm (3.4" x 2.1" x 0.8") and a weight of 91 grams (0.20 lbs).

Examine the Olympus E-620 versus Pentax Efina in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have attached at that time. Following is the front view scale comparison of the E-620 and the Efina.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the E-620 and Efina is 71 and 97 respectively.

Sometimes, it's hard to visualize the difference between sensor sizing just by reviewing technical specs. The visual underneath should offer you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the E-620 and Efina.

As you have seen, both of the cameras have got different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The E-620 featuring a larger sensor is going to make achieving shallower depth of field easier and the Pentax Efina will deliver greater detail having its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop pics much more aggressively. The older E-620 is going to be behind in sensor technology.