Olympus E-M1X vs Pentax Efina
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Olympus E-M1X vs Pentax Efina Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 200 - 25600
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 4096 x 2160 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 997g - 144 x 147 x 75mm
- Released January 2019
- Older Model is Olympus E-M1 II
(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
- Released June 2013
Olympus E-M1X vs Pentax Efina Overview
Here is a in-depth assessment of the Olympus E-M1X and Pentax Efina, one being a Pro Mirrorless and the other is a Ultracompact by rivals Olympus and Pentax. There exists a significant gap between the image resolutions of the E-M1X (20MP) and Efina (14MP) and the E-M1X (Four Thirds) and Efina (1/2.3") possess totally different sensor sizing.
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe E-M1X was revealed 5 years later than the Efina and that is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras come with different body type with the Olympus E-M1X being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Pentax Efina being a Ultracompact camera.
Before going straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the E-M1X grades vs the Efina with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Olympus E-M1X vs Pentax Efina Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus OM-D E-M1X and Pentax Efina. The full galleries are provided at Olympus E-M1X Gallery and Pentax Efina Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus E-M1X over the Pentax Efina
E-M1X | Efina | |||
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Released | January 2019 | June 2013 | Fresher by 69 months | |
Manually focus | More exact focus | |||
Display type | Fully Articulated | Fixed | Fully Articulating display | |
Display dimension | 3" | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.5") | |
Display resolution | 1037k | 230k | Crisper display (+807k dot) | |
Selfie screen | Easy selfies | |||
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Pentax Efina over the Olympus E-M1X
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Common features in the Olympus E-M1X and Pentax Efina
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Olympus E-M1X vs Pentax Efina Physical Comparison
In case you're going to carry your camera frequently, you have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Olympus E-M1X provides exterior dimensions of 144mm x 147mm x 75mm (5.7" x 5.8" x 3.0") with a weight of 997 grams (2.20 lbs) while the Pentax Efina has measurements of 87mm x 54mm x 21mm (3.4" x 2.1" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 91 grams (0.20 lbs).
Analyze the Olympus E-M1X and Pentax Efina in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you choose at that time. The following is the front view overall size comparison of the E-M1X versus the Efina.
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the E-M1X and Efina is 54 and 97 respectively.
Olympus E-M1X vs Pentax Efina Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is difficult to see the contrast between sensor sizing simply by checking specifications. The visual here might give you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the E-M1X and Efina.
To sum up, both the cameras have got different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The E-M1X using its larger sensor will make getting shallow depth of field simpler and the Olympus E-M1X will give more detail because of its extra 6MP. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop photos much more aggressively. The younger E-M1X is going to have an advantage in sensor technology.
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Olympus E-M1X vs Pentax Efina Specifications
Olympus OM-D E-M1X | Pentax Efina | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Olympus | Pentax |
Model type | Olympus OM-D E-M1X | Pentax Efina |
Type | Pro Mirrorless | Ultracompact |
Released | 2019-01-24 | 2013-06-03 |
Physical type | SLR-style mirrorless | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Dual TruePic VIII | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | Four Thirds | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 17.4 x 13mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 226.2mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 5184 x 3888 | 4288 x 3216 |
Maximum native ISO | 25600 | 1600 |
Min native ISO | 200 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Min boosted ISO | 64 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Total focus points | 121 | - |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Micro Four Thirds | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | - | 26-130mm (5.0x) |
Max aperture | - | f/3.5-6.3 |
Macro focusing range | - | 20cm |
Available lenses | 107 | - |
Focal length multiplier | 2.1 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fully Articulated | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3" | 2.5" |
Display resolution | 1,037 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Display tech | - | QVGA TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,360 thousand dots | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.74x | - |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 60 secs | 1/8 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/8000 secs | 1/1400 secs |
Highest quiet shutter speed | 1/32000 secs | - |
Continuous shooting rate | 60.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | 4.10 m |
Flash options | Redeye, Fill-in, Flash Off, Red-eye Slow sync (1st curtain), Slow sync.(1st curtain), Slow sync (2nd curtain), manual | Auto, Auto Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Forced Off |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 4096 x 2160 @ 24p / 237 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM | 1280 x 720, 640 x 480 |
Maximum video resolution | 4096x2160 | 1280x720 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | - |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | Yes (USB-PD allows charging by laptop or external power bank) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Built-in | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 997 gr (2.20 pounds) | 91 gr (0.20 pounds) |
Dimensions | 144 x 147 x 75mm (5.7" x 5.8" x 3.0") | 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 | 870 shots | 200 shots |
Style of battery | Built-in | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | D-LI109 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 secs, custom) | Yes |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | - | SC/SDHC, Internal |
Card slots | 2 | 1 |
Retail pricing | $2,999 | $10 |