Pentax Efina vs Samsung ST6500
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Pentax Efina vs Samsung ST6500 Key Specs
(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
- Announced June 2013
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-130mm (F) lens
- n/ag - 102 x 57 x 19mm
- Announced January 2011
Pentax Efina vs Samsung ST6500 Overview
Here is a in depth analysis of the Pentax Efina and Samsung ST6500, both Ultracompact digital cameras by rivals Pentax and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the Efina (14MP) and the ST6500 (16MP) is very well matched and both cameras boast the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe Efina was revealed 2 years later than the ST6500 and that is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before diving straight to a full comparison, here is a brief summary of how the Efina grades against the ST6500 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Pentax Efina vs Samsung ST6500 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for Pentax Efina & Samsung ST6500. The full galleries are provided at Pentax Efina Gallery & Samsung ST6500 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Pentax Efina over the Samsung ST6500
Efina | ST6500 | |||
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Announced | June 2013 | January 2011 | Fresher by 29 months |
Reasons to pick Samsung ST6500 over the Pentax Efina
ST6500 | Efina | |||
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Display size | 3" | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.5") | |
Display resolution | 460k | 230k | Clearer display (+230k dot) | |
Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Pentax Efina and Samsung ST6500
Efina | ST6500 | |||
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Manually focus | No manual focusing | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Lack of selfie screen |
Pentax Efina vs Samsung ST6500 Physical Comparison
When you are going to carry your camera regularly, you will have to factor its weight and measurements. The Pentax Efina offers exterior dimensions of 87mm x 54mm x 21mm (3.4" x 2.1" x 0.8") and a weight of 91 grams (0.20 lbs) whilst the Samsung ST6500 has proportions of 102mm x 57mm x 19mm (4.0" x 2.2" x 0.7") with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).
Take a look at the Pentax Efina and Samsung ST6500 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you have attached at that time. Here is a front view dimensions comparison of the Efina compared to the ST6500.
Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the Efina and ST6500 is 97 and 99 respectively.
Pentax Efina vs Samsung ST6500 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is tough to visualise the gap between sensor sizing merely by checking a spec sheet. The photograph here may give you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the Efina and ST6500.
As you can see, both of those cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same MP. You can expect to see the Samsung ST6500 to give more detail because of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The newer Efina will have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.
Pentax Efina vs Samsung ST6500 Screen and ViewFinder
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Pentax Efina vs Samsung ST6500 Specifications
Pentax Efina | Samsung ST6500 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Pentax | Samsung |
Model | Pentax Efina | Samsung ST6500 |
Category | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Announced | 2013-06-03 | 2011-01-19 |
Body design | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 26-130mm (5.0x) | 26-130mm (5.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.5-6.3 | - |
Macro focus distance | 20cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.5 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of display | 230 thousand dot | 460 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display technology | QVGA TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 1/8s | 8s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/1400s | 1/2000s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 4.10 m | - |
Flash settings | Auto, Auto Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Forced Off | - |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720, 640 x 480 | 1280 x 720 |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | none |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 91 gr (0.20 lb) | - |
Physical dimensions | 87 x 54 x 21mm (3.4" x 2.1" x 0.8") | 102 x 57 x 19mm (4.0" x 2.2" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 200 photos | - |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | D-LI109 | - |
Self timer | Yes | - |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SC/SDHC, Internal | - |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Retail pricing | $10 | - |