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Pentax Efina vs Pentax P80

Portability
97
Imaging
38
Features
26
Overall
33
Pentax Efina front
 
Pentax Optio P80 front
Portability
95
Imaging
35
Features
23
Overall
30

Pentax Efina vs Pentax P80 Key Specs

Pentax Efina
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.5" Fixed Display
  • 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
Pentax P80
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 64 - 6400
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 28-110mm (F2.6-5.8) lens
  • 125g - 102 x 59 x 25mm
  • Introduced August 2009
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Pentax Efina vs Pentax P80 Overview

The following is a thorough overview of the Pentax Efina versus Pentax P80, former is a Ultracompact while the other is a Small Sensor Compact and they are both created by Pentax. The image resolution of the Efina (14MP) and the P80 (12MP) is fairly well matched and both cameras provide the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The Efina was brought out 3 years after the P80 which is quite a serious difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Pentax Efina being a Ultracompact camera and the Pentax P80 being a Compact camera.

Before going straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple summation of how the Efina scores against the P80 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Pentax Efina over the Pentax P80

 Efina P80 
IntroducedJune 2013August 2009Newer by 47 months

Reasons to pick Pentax P80 over the Pentax Efina

 P80 Efina 
Manually focus Very accurate focusing
Display size2.7"2.5"Larger display (+0.2")

Common features in the Pentax Efina and Pentax P80

 Efina P80 
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display resolution230k230kThe same display resolution
Selfie screen Neither features selfie screen
Touch display Neither features Touch display

Pentax Efina vs Pentax P80 Physical Comparison

For those who are going to travel with your camera often, you will have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Pentax Efina enjoys exterior measurements of 87mm x 54mm x 21mm (3.4" x 2.1" x 0.8") with a weight of 91 grams (0.20 lbs) and the Pentax P80 has proportions of 102mm x 59mm x 25mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.0") and a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you choose at that moment. Here is a front view sizing comparison of the Efina compared to the P80.

Pentax Efina vs Pentax P80 size comparison

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Efina and P80 is 97 and 95 respectively.

Pentax Efina vs Pentax P80 top view buttons comparison

Pentax Efina vs Pentax P80 Sensor Comparison

Quite often, it can be tough to envision the difference between sensor dimensions just by looking at specifications. The picture here might provide you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the Efina and P80.

Plainly, both of those cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same MP. You can anticipate the Pentax Efina to resolve extra detail having its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop images way more aggressively. The fresher Efina is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.

Pentax Efina vs Pentax P80 sensor size comparison

Pentax Efina vs Pentax P80 Screen and ViewFinder

Pentax Efina vs Pentax P80 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Pentax Efina Portrait photography factors
Pentax P80 Portrait photography factors
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decent sensor resolution (14MP)
supports face detect focusing
manual focus not available
manual mode not possible
external flash not possible
small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
27
has manual focus
lack of manual exposure
no external flash support
MP count low (12MP)
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
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Street Comparison

Pentax Efina as a Street photography camera
Pentax P80 as a Street photography camera
64
built in image stabilization (Digital)
lighter than others (91 grams)
screen is fixed
small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
55
lighter than competitors in class (125 grams)
no moving screen
lack of image stabilization
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
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Sports Comparison

Pentax Efina Sports photography information
Pentax P80 Sports photography information
35
built in image stabilization (Digital)
decent sensor resolution (14MP)
max shutter speed is low (1/1,400 seconds)
lack of shutter priority mode
small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect AF
17
max shutter speed is low (1/1,000 seconds)
continuous shooting slow (3.0 frames per second)
lack of shutter priority mode
lack of image stabilization
MP count low (12 megapixels)
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Pentax Efina as a Travel photography camera
Pentax P80 as a Travel photography camera
69
lighter than others (91g)
decent sensor resolution (14MP)
built-in flash
really wide (26mm)
missing Time Lapse function
doesn't have selfie friendly screen
sluggish max aperture (f3.5)
62
lighter than competitors in class (125g)
built-in flash
decently wide (28mm)
missing Time Lapse function
MP count low (12 megapixels)
display is not selfie friendly
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.6)
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Landscape Comparison

Landscape photography with Pentax Efina
Landscape photography with Pentax P80
38
really wide (26mm)
built in image stabilization (Digital)
decent sensor resolution (14MP)
manual focus not available
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
sluggish max aperture (f3.5)
small screen (2.5")
manual mode not possible
small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
missing Time Lapse function
32
has manual focus
decently wide (28mm)
can't change lens (fixed lens mount)
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.6)
tiny screen (2.7")
lack of manual exposure
lack of image stabilization
MP count low (12MP)
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
missing Time Lapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Pentax Efina Vlogging details
Pentax P80 Vlogging details
33
really wide (26mm)
built in image stabilization (Digital)
supports face detect focusing
lighter than others (91 grams)
sluggish max aperture (f3.5)
doesn't have selfie friendly screen
low quality video (1280 x 720 resolution)
missing mic jack
28
decently wide (28mm)
lighter than competitors in class (125g)
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.6)
display is not selfie friendly
lack of image stabilization
low res video (1280 x 720 pxls)
missing external mic jack
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Pentax Efina vs Pentax P80 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Pentax Efina and Pentax P80
 Pentax EfinaPentax Optio P80
General Information
Manufacturer Pentax Pentax
Model type Pentax Efina Pentax Optio P80
Class Ultracompact Small Sensor Compact
Released 2013-06-03 2009-08-05
Body design Ultracompact Compact
Sensor Information
Powered by - Prime
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 surface area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 14MP 12MP
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 4:3 and 16:9
Peak resolution 4288 x 3216 4000 x 3000
Highest native ISO 1600 6400
Min native ISO 80 64
RAW files
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Touch to focus
Continuous autofocus
Autofocus single
Autofocus tracking
Autofocus selectice
Center weighted autofocus
Autofocus multi area
Live view autofocus
Face detect focus
Contract detect focus
Phase detect focus
Total focus points - 9
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens support fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 26-130mm (5.0x) 28-110mm (3.9x)
Maximal aperture f/3.5-6.3 f/2.6-5.8
Macro focusing distance 20cm 10cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display sizing 2.5 inch 2.7 inch
Resolution of display 230 thousand dot 230 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch screen
Display technology QVGA TFT LCD -
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Minimum shutter speed 1/8s 4s
Fastest shutter speed 1/1400s 1/1000s
Continuous shutter speed - 3.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash distance 4.10 m 4.60 m
Flash modes Auto, Auto Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Forced Off -
External flash
AE 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, 640 x 480 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps)
Highest video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video data format - Motion JPEG
Mic input
Headphone input
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 seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 91 grams (0.20 lb) 125 grams (0.28 lb)
Physical dimensions 87 x 54 x 21mm (3.4" x 2.1" x 0.8") 102 x 59 x 25mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.0")
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 D-LI109 D-LI68
Self timer Yes Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse feature
Storage media SC/SDHC, Internal SD/SDHC, Internal
Storage slots Single Single
Price at release $10 $200