Olympus SP-610UZ vs Pentax Efina

The following is a detailed analysis of the Olympus SP-610UZ and Pentax Efina, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Ultracompact by manufacturers Olympus and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the SP-610UZ (14MP) and the Efina (14MP) is very comparable and they come with the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SP-610UZ was introduced 3 years before the Efina which is a fairly significant difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Olympus SP-610UZ being a Compact camera and the Pentax Efina being a Ultracompact camera.

Before delving straight into a thorough comparison, below is a concise summation of how the SP-610UZ grades versus the Efina in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus SP-610UZ & Pentax Efina. The whole galleries are provided at Olympus SP-610UZ Gallery & Pentax Efina Gallery.

In case you're planning to travel with your camera, you'll need to think about its weight and size. The Olympus SP-610UZ provides exterior dimensions of 107mm x 73mm x 73mm (4.2" x 2.9" x 2.9") accompanied by a weight of 405 grams (0.89 lbs) and the Pentax Efina has specifications 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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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are using during that time. Below is the front view dimension comparison of the SP-610UZ versus the Efina.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SP-610UZ and Efina is 79 and 97 respectively.

Quite often, it is hard to visualize the contrast in sensor dimensions merely by seeing specifications. The picture below will provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the SP-610UZ and Efina.

Plainly, both of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the same megapixels so you can expect comparable quality of files but you would want to take the age of the cameras into account. The more aged SP-610UZ will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.