Pentax Efina vs Pentax K-r

Below, we will be analyzing the Pentax Efina versus Pentax K-r, former is a Ultracompact while the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR and they are both created by Pentax. The resolution of the Efina (14MP) and the K-r (12MP) is relatively close but the Efina (1/2.3") and K-r (APS-C) come with totally different sensor sizes.

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The Efina was revealed 2 years after the K-r which is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras come with different body type with the Pentax Efina being a Ultracompact camera and the Pentax K-r being a Compact SLR camera.

Before getting straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a quick highlight of how the Efina matches up against the K-r in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Pentax Efina & Pentax K-r. The full galleries are viewable at Pentax Efina Gallery & Pentax K-r Gallery.

In case you're looking to carry around your camera often, you will want to think about its weight and dimensions. The Pentax Efina enjoys outside 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) and the Pentax K-r has dimensions of 125mm x 97mm x 68mm (4.9" x 3.8" x 2.7") along with a weight of 598 grams (1.32 lbs).

Take a look at the Pentax Efina versus Pentax K-r in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you have chosen during that time. Underneath is the front view physical size comparison of the Efina versus the K-r.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the Efina and K-r is 97 and 67 respectively.

Generally, it can be difficult to visualise the gap in sensor sizes purely by researching a spec sheet. The pic here might give you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Efina and K-r.

As you can see, both of these cameras have got different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The Efina having a smaller sensor will make getting bokeh harder and the Pentax Efina will result in greater detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop photographs much more aggressively. The newer Efina is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.