Olympus SP-610UZ vs Pentax Efina
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Olympus SP-610UZ vs Pentax Efina Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-616mm (F3.3-5.7) lens
- 405g - 107 x 73 x 73mm
- Introduced January 2011
- Succeeded the Olympus SP-600 UZ
- Newer Model is Olympus SP-620 UZ
(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
Olympus SP-610UZ vs Pentax Efina Overview
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").
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe 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.
Olympus SP-610UZ vs Pentax Efina Gallery
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.
Reasons to pick Olympus SP-610UZ over the Pentax Efina
SP-610UZ | Efina | |||
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Display sizing | 3" | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.5") |
Reasons to pick Pentax Efina over the Olympus SP-610UZ
Efina | SP-610UZ | |||
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Announced | June 2013 | January 2011 | Newer by 29 months |
Common features in the Olympus SP-610UZ and Pentax Efina
SP-610UZ | Efina | |||
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Manual focus | No manual focus | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display resolution | 230k | 230k | Identical display resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither provides selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Neither provides Touch display |
Olympus SP-610UZ vs Pentax Efina Physical Comparison
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).
Contrast the Olympus SP-610UZ and Pentax Efina in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.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.
Olympus SP-610UZ vs Pentax Efina Sensor Comparison
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.
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Olympus SP-610UZ vs Pentax Efina Specifications
Olympus SP-610UZ | Pentax Efina | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Olympus | Pentax |
Model | Olympus SP-610UZ | Pentax Efina |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Ultracompact |
Introduced | 2011-01-06 | 2013-06-03 |
Physical type | Compact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | TruePic III | - |
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 surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14MP | 14MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4288 x 3216 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 1600 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Number of focus points | 11 | - |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-616mm (22.0x) | 26-130mm (5.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.3-5.7 | f/3.5-6.3 |
Macro focus range | 1cm | 20cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inch | 2.5 inch |
Screen resolution | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Screen technology | TFT Color LCD | QVGA TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4 seconds | 1/8 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1400 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 1.0fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 6.30 m | 4.10 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in | Auto, Auto Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Forced Off |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 180 (30fps) | 1280 x 720, 640 x 480 |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | - |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 405 grams (0.89 lb) | 91 grams (0.20 lb) |
Dimensions | 107 x 73 x 73mm (4.2" x 2.9" x 2.9") | 87 x 54 x 21mm (3.4" x 2.1" x 0.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 340 images | 200 images |
Battery style | AA | Battery Pack |
Battery model | 4 x AA | D-LI109 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | Yes |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SC/SDHC, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Launch pricing | $299 | $10 |