Olympus SP-620 UZ vs Pentax Efina
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Olympus SP-620 UZ vs Pentax Efina Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-525mm (F3.1-5.8) lens
- 435g - 110 x 74 x 74mm
- Released January 2012
- Replaced the Olympus SP-610UZ
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Digital Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-130mm (F3.5-6.3) lens
- 91g - 87 x 54 x 21mm
- Launched June 2013
Olympus SP-620 UZ vs Pentax Efina Overview
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").
Sora from OpenAI releases its first ever music videoThe 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.
Olympus SP-620 UZ vs Pentax Efina Gallery
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.
Reasons to pick Olympus SP-620 UZ over the Pentax Efina
SP-620 UZ | Efina | |||
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Screen size | 3" | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.5") |
Reasons to pick Pentax Efina over the Olympus SP-620 UZ
Efina | SP-620 UZ | |||
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Launched | June 2013 | January 2012 | Newer by 17 months |
Common features in the Olympus SP-620 UZ and Pentax Efina
SP-620 UZ | Efina | |||
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Manual focus | Lack of manual focus | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen resolution | 230k | 230k | Equal screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | Lack of selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Lack of Touch screen |
Olympus SP-620 UZ vs Pentax Efina Physical Comparison
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.
Olympus SP-620 UZ vs Pentax Efina Sensor Comparison
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.
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Olympus SP-620 UZ vs Pentax Efina Specifications
Olympus SP-620 UZ | Pentax Efina | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Olympus | Pentax |
Model type | Olympus SP-620 UZ | Pentax Efina |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Ultracompact |
Released | 2012-01-10 | 2013-06-03 |
Physical type | Compact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | 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 | 16MP | 14MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4288 x 3216 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 1600 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 25-525mm (21.0x) | 26-130mm (5.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.1-5.8 | f/3.5-6.3 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 20cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3" | 2.5" |
Display resolution | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display technology | TFT Color LCD | QVGA TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4s | 1/8s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1500s | 1/1400s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 6.00 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 metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
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 |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | - |
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 | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 435g (0.96 lbs) | 91g (0.20 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 110 x 74 x 74mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 2.9") | 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 | - | 200 photos |
Battery style | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | 4 x AA | D-LI109 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec, pet auto shutter) | Yes |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SC/SDHC, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Retail pricing | $199 | $10 |