Pentax Efina vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G
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Pentax Efina vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Key Specs
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- 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
- Introduced June 2013
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- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 4.8" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 23-481mm (F) lens
- 305g - 129 x 71 x 19mm
- Revealed August 2012
Pentax Efina vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Overview
Let's examine more closely at the Pentax Efina vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G, former is a Ultracompact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Pentax and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the Efina (14MP) and the Galaxy Camera 4G (16MP) is very well matched and they feature the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Body cameras now worn by bakery staff to deter stealingThe Efina was released 10 months after the Galaxy Camera 4G which means that they are of a similar age. Both cameras come with different body type with the Pentax Efina being a Ultracompact camera and the Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G being a Compact camera.
Before delving through a complete comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the Efina matches up vs the Galaxy Camera 4G when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Pentax Efina vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Pentax Efina & Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G. The complete galleries are viewable at Pentax Efina Gallery & Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Gallery.
Reasons to pick Pentax Efina over the Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G
Efina | Galaxy Camera 4G | |||
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Revealed | June 2013 | August 2012 | Newer by 10 months | |
Display resolution | 230k | 0k | Clearer display (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G over the Pentax Efina
Galaxy Camera 4G | Efina | |||
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Display dimension | 4.8" | 2.5" | Larger display (+2.3") | |
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Pentax Efina and Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G
Efina | Galaxy Camera 4G | |||
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Focus manually | No manual focus | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Neither includes selfie screen |
Pentax Efina vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Physical Comparison
For those who are going to travel with your camera often, you will want to think about its weight and measurements. The Pentax Efina features outer dimensions of 87mm x 54mm x 21mm (3.4" x 2.1" x 0.8") with a weight of 91 grams (0.20 lbs) while the Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G has proportions of 129mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") along with a weight of 305 grams (0.67 lbs).
Examine the Pentax Efina vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you use at the time. Underneath is the front view measurement comparison of the Efina vs the Galaxy Camera 4G.
Considering size and weight, the portability score of the Efina and Galaxy Camera 4G is 97 and 90 respectively.
Pentax Efina vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Sensor Comparison
Generally, it can be hard to imagine the difference between sensor dimensions simply by reading through specifications. The image underneath might provide you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Efina and Galaxy Camera 4G.
To sum up, both of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but different resolution. You can expect to see the Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G to resolve more detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will let you crop pics much more aggressively. The more modern Efina provides a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.
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Pentax Efina vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Specifications
Pentax Efina | Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Pentax | Samsung |
Model type | Pentax Efina | Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G |
Type | Ultracompact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Introduced | 2013-06-03 | 2012-08-29 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | 1.4GHz Quad-Core |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14MP | 16MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Maximum resolution | 4288 x 3216 | - |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 26-130mm (5.0x) | 23-481mm (20.9x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.5-6.3 | - |
Macro focusing distance | 20cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.5" | 4.8" |
Resolution of display | 230 thousand dots | 0 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Display tech | QVGA TFT LCD | 308 ppi, HD Super Clear Touch Display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 1/8s | - |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1400s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.10 m | no built-in flash |
Flash options | Auto, Auto Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Forced Off | no built-in flash |
Hot shoe | ||
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 | 1920 x 1080 |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | - | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | none |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 91 gr (0.20 lb) | 305 gr (0.67 lb) |
Dimensions | 87 x 54 x 21mm (3.4" x 2.1" x 0.8") | 129 x 71 x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") |
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 | 200 pictures | - |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | D-LI109 | - |
Self timer | Yes | - |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SC/SDHC, Internal | micro SD/micro SDHC/micro SDXC |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail price | $10 | $550 |