Olympus SZ-10 vs Pentax Efina

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").

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The 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.

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.

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).

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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.

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.