Olympus SZ-10 vs Pentax Efina
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Olympus SZ-10 vs Pentax Efina Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-504mm (F3.1-4.4) lens
- 215g - 106 x 67 x 38mm
- Released February 2011
(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
- Released June 2013
Olympus SZ-10 vs Pentax Efina Overview
In this article, we will be comparing the Olympus SZ-10 versus Pentax Efina, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Ultracompact by brands Olympus and Pentax. The image resolution of the SZ-10 (14MP) and the Efina (14MP) is pretty close and they feature the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe SZ-10 was unveiled 3 years earlier than the Efina which is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Olympus SZ-10 being a Compact camera and the Pentax Efina being a Ultracompact camera.
Before we go straight into a complete comparison, below is a short summation of how the SZ-10 matches up against the Efina with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Olympus SZ-10 vs Pentax Efina Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus SZ-10 and Pentax Efina. The full galleries are available at Olympus SZ-10 Gallery and Pentax Efina Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus SZ-10 over the Pentax Efina
SZ-10 | Efina | |||
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Screen sizing | 3" | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.5") | |
Screen resolution | 460k | 230k | Crisper screen (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Pentax Efina over the Olympus SZ-10
Efina | SZ-10 | |||
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Released | June 2013 | February 2011 | More modern by 28 months |
Common features in the Olympus SZ-10 and Pentax Efina
SZ-10 | Efina | |||
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Focus manually | Lack of manual focus | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Neither comes with selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Absent Touch friendly screen |
Olympus SZ-10 vs Pentax Efina Physical Comparison
When you are going to carry around your camera frequently, you're going to have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Olympus SZ-10 comes with physical dimensions of 106mm x 67mm x 38mm (4.2" x 2.6" x 1.5") having a weight of 215 grams (0.47 lbs) while the Pentax Efina has dimensions of 87mm x 54mm x 21mm (3.4" x 2.1" x 0.8") along with a weight of 91 grams (0.20 lbs).
Check out the Olympus SZ-10 versus Pentax Efina in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you select at that time. Underneath is the front view overall size comparison of the SZ-10 versus the Efina.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SZ-10 and Efina is 90 and 97 respectively.
Olympus SZ-10 vs Pentax Efina Sensor Comparison
Typically, it's tough to imagine the difference in sensor sizes simply by looking through specs. The picture here may give you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the SZ-10 and Efina.
All in all, each of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the identical resolution and you should expect comparable quality of photos although you might want to take the release date of the cameras into account. The more aged SZ-10 will be behind in sensor technology.
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Olympus SZ-10 vs Pentax Efina Specifications
Olympus SZ-10 | Pentax Efina | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Olympus | Pentax |
Model type | Olympus SZ-10 | Pentax Efina |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Ultracompact |
Released | 2011-02-08 | 2013-06-03 |
Body design | Compact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | 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 area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4288 x 3216 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-504mm (18.0x) | 26-130mm (5.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.1-4.4 | f/3.5-6.3 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 20cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3" | 2.5" |
Resolution of screen | 460k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Screen technology | TFT Color LCD | QVGA TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4 seconds | 1/8 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1400 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 7.10 m | 4.10 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in | Auto, Auto Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Forced Off |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30, 15fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15fps) | 1280 x 720, 640 x 480 |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | - |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
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 seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 215 gr (0.47 lbs) | 91 gr (0.20 lbs) |
Dimensions | 106 x 67 x 38mm (4.2" x 2.6" x 1.5") | 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 | 220 photos | 200 photos |
Battery format | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | LI-50B | D-LI109 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | Yes |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SC/SDHC, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Launch pricing | $300 | $10 |