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Pentax Efina vs Pentax K-r

Portability
97
Imaging
38
Features
26
Overall
33
Pentax Efina front
 
Pentax K-r front
Portability
67
Imaging
53
Features
52
Overall
52

Pentax Efina vs Pentax K-r Key Specs

Pentax Efina
(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
  • Introduced June 2013
Pentax K-r
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 200 - 12800 (Raise to 25600)
  • Sensor based Image Stabilization
  • 1/6000s Maximum Shutter
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • Pentax KAF2 Mount
  • 598g - 125 x 97 x 68mm
  • Introduced March 2011
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Pentax Efina vs Pentax K-r Overview

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.

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Reasons to pick Pentax Efina over the Pentax K-r

 Efina K-r 
IntroducedJune 2013March 2011More modern by 28 months

Reasons to pick Pentax K-r over the Pentax Efina

 K-r Efina 
Manually focus Dial precise focus
Screen dimension3"2.5"Bigger screen (+0.5")
Screen resolution921k230kClearer screen (+691k dot)

Common features in the Pentax Efina and Pentax K-r

 Efina K-r 
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Selfie screen Neither features selfie screen
Touch friendly screen Lacking Touch friendly screen

Pentax Efina vs Pentax K-r Physical Comparison

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. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

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.

Pentax Efina vs Pentax K-r size comparison

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

Pentax Efina vs Pentax K-r top view buttons comparison

Pentax Efina vs Pentax K-r Sensor Comparison

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.

Pentax Efina vs Pentax K-r sensor size comparison

Pentax Efina vs Pentax K-r Screen and ViewFinder

Pentax Efina vs Pentax K-r Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with Pentax Efina
Portrait photography with Pentax K-r
34
decent MP (14 megapixels)
comes with face detect autofocus
no manual focus
manual mode not available
cannot use external flash
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
63
has manual focus
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
offers face detect autofocus
saves RAW formats
low megapixels (12 megapixels)
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Street Comparison

Street photography with Pentax Efina
Street photography with Pentax K-r
64
has image stabilization (Digital)
lighter than competition in class (91 grams)
screen is fixed
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
67
has image stabilization (Sensor based)
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
saves RAW formats
fixed screen
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Sports Comparison

Sports photography with Pentax Efina
Sports photography with Pentax K-r
35
has image stabilization (Digital)
decent MP (14MP)
low maximum shutter speed (1/1,400s)
no shutter priority
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect autofocus
55
maximum shutter speed is high (1/6,000s)
has image stabilization (Sensor based)
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
sensor has phase detect autofocus
continuous shooting slow (6.0 frames/s)
low megapixels (12MP)
low battery (470 per charge)
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Pentax Efina
Travel photography with Pentax K-r
69
lighter than competition in class (91 grams)
decent MP (14MP)
flash built-in
really wide (26mm)
lack of Timelapse mode
screen isn't selfie friendly
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.5)
47
has built in flash
low battery (470 per charge)
low megapixels (12 megapixels)
doesn't offer selfie friendly screen
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Landscape Comparison

Pentax Efina Landscape photography factors
Pentax K-r Landscape photography factors
38
really wide (26mm)
has image stabilization (Digital)
decent MP (14 megapixels)
no manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.5)
small screen (2.5 inches)
manual mode not available
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
lack of Timelapse mode
65
has manual focus
change lenses (Pentax KAF2 mount)
decent sized screen (3 inches)
has image stabilization (Sensor based)
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
saves RAW formats
low megapixels (12 megapixels)
low battery (470 per charge)
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Vlogging Comparison

Pentax Efina Vlogging factors
Pentax K-r Vlogging factors
33
really wide (26mm)
has image stabilization (Digital)
comes with face detect autofocus
lighter than competition in class (91 grams)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.5)
screen isn't selfie friendly
video resolution low (1280 x 720 pxls)
lack of microphone socket
26
has image stabilization (Sensor based)
offers face detect autofocus
doesn't offer selfie friendly screen
low quality video (1280 x 720 pixels)
no microphone socket
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Pentax Efina vs Pentax K-r Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Pentax Efina and Pentax K-r
 Pentax EfinaPentax K-r
General Information
Brand Pentax Pentax
Model type Pentax Efina Pentax K-r
Type Ultracompact Entry-Level DSLR
Introduced 2013-06-03 2011-03-11
Physical type Ultracompact Compact SLR
Sensor Information
Processor Chip - Prime II
Sensor type CCD CMOS
Sensor size 1/2.3" APS-C
Sensor measurements 6.17 x 4.55mm 23.6 x 15.8mm
Sensor area 28.1mm² 372.9mm²
Sensor resolution 14 megapixel 12 megapixel
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 3:2
Maximum resolution 4288 x 3216 4288 x 2848
Maximum native ISO 1600 12800
Maximum boosted ISO - 25600
Min native ISO 80 200
RAW photos
Min boosted ISO - 100
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Touch focus
Continuous autofocus
Autofocus single
Autofocus tracking
Selective autofocus
Autofocus center weighted
Autofocus multi area
Autofocus live view
Face detection autofocus
Contract detection autofocus
Phase detection autofocus
Total focus points - 11
Cross type focus points - 9
Lens
Lens support fixed lens Pentax KAF2
Lens zoom range 26-130mm (5.0x) -
Maximum aperture f/3.5-6.3 -
Macro focusing distance 20cm -
Total lenses - 151
Crop factor 5.8 1.5
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen sizing 2.5 inch 3 inch
Resolution of screen 230 thousand dots 921 thousand dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch friendly
Screen tech QVGA TFT LCD TFT LCD monitor
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None Optical (pentamirror)
Viewfinder coverage - 96%
Viewfinder magnification - 0.57x
Features
Slowest shutter speed 1/8 seconds 30 seconds
Maximum shutter speed 1/1400 seconds 1/6000 seconds
Continuous shooting rate - 6.0 frames per sec
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual mode
Exposure compensation - Yes
Set white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash distance 4.10 m 12.00 m (at ISO 100)
Flash modes Auto, Auto Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Forced Off Auto, Red-eye Reduction, Slow-speed Sync, Trailing Curtain Sync, High-Speed Sync and Wireless Sync
External flash
AE bracketing
White balance bracketing
Maximum flash synchronize - 1/180 seconds
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1280 x 720, 640 x 480 1280 x 720 (25 fps), 640 x 480 (25 fps)
Maximum video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video format - Motion JPEG
Microphone port
Headphone port
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None Optional
Physical
Environment sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 91 grams (0.20 lb) 598 grams (1.32 lb)
Dimensions 87 x 54 x 21mm (3.4" x 2.1" x 0.8") 125 x 97 x 68mm (4.9" x 3.8" x 2.7")
DXO scores
DXO All around rating not tested 72
DXO Color Depth rating not tested 22.9
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested 12.4
DXO Low light rating not tested 755
Other
Battery life 200 pictures 470 pictures
Style of battery Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery ID D-LI109 D-LI109,4 x AA
Self timer Yes Yes (2 or 12 sec)
Time lapse shooting
Storage type SC/SDHC, Internal SD/SDHC
Card slots 1 1
Launch pricing $10 $1,100