Olympus SP-810 UZ vs Pentax Efina
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Olympus SP-810 UZ vs Pentax Efina Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-864mm (F2.9-5.7) lens
- 413g - 106 x 76 x 74mm
- Revealed July 2011
- Older Model is Olympus SP-800 UZ
(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
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On this page, we will be contrasting the Olympus SP-810 UZ vs Pentax Efina, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Ultracompact by competitors Olympus and Pentax. The image resolution of the SP-810 UZ (14MP) and the Efina (14MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras provide the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe SP-810 UZ was revealed 22 months prior to the Efina which makes them a generation away from one another. Each of these cameras have different body design with the Olympus SP-810 UZ being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Pentax Efina being a Ultracompact camera.
Before getting right into a full comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the SP-810 UZ grades against the Efina in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Reasons to pick Olympus SP-810 UZ over the Pentax Efina
| SP-810 UZ | Efina | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen dimensions | 3" |  | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.5") |
Reasons to pick Pentax Efina over the Olympus SP-810 UZ
| Efina | SP-810 UZ | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launched | June 2013 |  | July 2011 | More modern by 22 months |
Common features in the Olympus SP-810 UZ and Pentax Efina
| SP-810 UZ | Efina | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manually focus |  | Lack of manual focus | ||
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Screen resolution | 230k |  | 230k | Identical screen resolution |
| Selfie screen |  | Lack of selfie screen | ||
| Touch screen |  | Lack of Touch screen |
Olympus SP-810 UZ vs Pentax Efina Physical Comparison
When you are going to carry around your camera, you're going to have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Olympus SP-810 UZ enjoys outside dimensions of 106mm x 76mm x 74mm (4.2" x 3.0" x 2.9") having a weight of 413 grams (0.91 lbs) whilst the Pentax Efina has measurements of 87mm x 54mm x 21mm (3.4" x 2.1" x 0.8") along with a weight of 91 grams (0.20 lbs).
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Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you choose during that time. The following is a front view size comparison of the SP-810 UZ and the Efina.
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SP-810 UZ and Efina is 78 and 97 respectively.
Olympus SP-810 UZ vs Pentax Efina Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it is very hard to visualize the contrast in sensor sizes only by seeing technical specs. The pic here will provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the SP-810 UZ and Efina.
As you have seen, the two cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same MP therefore you should expect comparable quality of pictures although you have to factor the release date of the cameras into account. The more aged SP-810 UZ will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.
Olympus SP-810 UZ vs Pentax Efina Screen and ViewFinder
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Olympus SP-810 UZ vs Pentax Efina Specifications
| Olympus SP-810 UZ | Pentax Efina | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Company | Olympus | Pentax |
| Model type | Olympus SP-810 UZ | Pentax Efina |
| Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Ultracompact |
| Revealed | 2011-07-27 | 2013-06-03 |
| Physical type | SLR-like (bridge) | Ultracompact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Chip | TruePic III+ | - |
| Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
| Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 14 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Max resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4288 x 3216 |
| Max native ISO | 3200 | 1600 |
| Lowest native ISO | 80 | 80 |
| RAW images | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focusing | ||
| Autofocus touch | ||
| Continuous autofocus | ||
| Autofocus single | ||
| Tracking autofocus | ||
| Autofocus selectice | ||
| Center weighted autofocus | ||
| Autofocus multi area | ||
| Live view autofocus | ||
| Face detect autofocus | ||
| Contract detect autofocus | ||
| Phase detect autofocus | ||
| Cross type focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 24-864mm (36.0x) | 26-130mm (5.0x) |
| Largest aperture | f/2.9-5.7 | f/3.5-6.3 |
| Macro focusing distance | 5cm | 20cm |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display size | 3" | 2.5" |
| Display resolution | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch screen | ||
| Display tech | - | QVGA TFT LCD |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Minimum shutter speed | 1/4s | 1/8s |
| Fastest shutter speed | 1/1200s | 1/1400s |
| Continuous shutter rate | 0.7fps | - |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manually set exposure | ||
| Change white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated flash | ||
| Flash distance | 6.20 m | 4.10 m |
| Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | Auto, Auto Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Forced Off |
| Hot shoe | ||
| Auto exposure bracketing | ||
| WB 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) | 1280 x 720, 640 x 480 |
| Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
| Video format | MPEG-4 | - |
| Microphone support | ||
| Headphone support | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | 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 | 413g (0.91 lb) | 91g (0.20 lb) |
| Physical dimensions | 106 x 76 x 74mm (4.2" x 3.0" x 2.9") | 87 x 54 x 21mm (3.4" x 2.1" x 0.8") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall 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 pictures |
| Form of battery | - | Battery Pack |
| Battery ID | Li-50B | D-LI109 |
| Self timer | Yes (12 or 2 sec) | Yes |
| Time lapse recording | ||
| Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SC/SDHC, Internal |
| Card slots | Single | Single |
| Retail cost | $280 | $10 |