Olympus SP-620 UZ vs Pentax Efina

Its time to look a bit more in depth at the Olympus SP-620 UZ vs Pentax Efina, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Ultracompact by brands Olympus and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the SP-620 UZ (16MP) and the Efina (14MP) is relatively close and both cameras provide the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The SP-620 UZ was launched 17 months prior to the Efina which makes them a generation away from each other. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Olympus SP-620 UZ being a Compact camera and the Pentax Efina being a Ultracompact camera.

Before we go right into a complete comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the SP-620 UZ grades versus the Efina with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus SP-620 UZ and Pentax Efina. The complete galleries are available at Olympus SP-620 UZ Gallery and Pentax Efina Gallery.

In case you're planning to travel with your camera, you have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Olympus SP-620 UZ provides physical dimensions of 110mm x 74mm x 74mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 2.9") along with a weight of 435 grams (0.96 lbs) whilst 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).

Contrast the Olympus SP-620 UZ vs Pentax Efina in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are using at the time. Below is a front view size comparison of the SP-620 UZ against the Efina.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the SP-620 UZ and Efina is 78 and 97 respectively.

In many cases, it is very difficult to picture the difference in sensor dimensions purely by researching technical specs. The picture underneath might give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the SP-620 UZ and Efina.

As you can tell, each of the cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different MP. You should count on the Olympus SP-620 UZ to render extra detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The more aged SP-620 UZ will be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.