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Pentax Efina vs Samsung TL240

Portability
97
Imaging
37
Features
26
Overall
32
Pentax Efina front
 
Samsung TL240 front
Portability
95
Imaging
36
Features
32
Overall
34

Pentax Efina vs Samsung TL240 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
  • Introduced June 2013
Samsung TL240
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3.5" Fixed Display
  • ISO 80 - 4800 (Expand to 6400)
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 31-217mm (F3.3-5.5) lens
  • 160g - 104 x 58 x 20mm
  • Revealed January 2010
  • Alternate Name is ST5000
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Pentax Efina vs Samsung TL240 Overview

Let's take a deeper look at the Pentax Efina and Samsung TL240, both Ultracompact cameras by brands Pentax and Samsung. The image resolution of the Efina (14MP) and the TL240 (14MP) is fairly comparable and they use the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The Efina was released 3 years later than the TL240 and that is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before diving through a detailed comparison, below is a simple view of how the Efina scores versus the TL240 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Pentax Efina over the Samsung TL240

 Efina TL240 
RevealedJune 2013January 2010Fresher by 42 months

Reasons to pick Samsung TL240 over the Pentax Efina

 TL240 Efina 
Display sizing3.5"2.5"Larger display (+1")
Touch friendly display Easily navigate

Common features in the Pentax Efina and Samsung TL240

 Efina TL240 
Focus manually No manual focusing
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display resolution230k230kSame display resolution
Selfie screen Neither includes selfie screen

Pentax Efina vs Samsung TL240 Physical Comparison

For anyone who is planning to carry your camera often, you will want to factor its weight and size. The Pentax Efina features external measurements of 87mm x 54mm x 21mm (3.4" x 2.1" x 0.8") having a weight of 91 grams (0.20 lbs) and the Samsung TL240 has specifications of 104mm x 58mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") with a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs).

Analyze the Pentax Efina and Samsung TL240 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you select at that moment. Following is the front view physical size comparison of the Efina vs the TL240.

Pentax Efina vs Samsung TL240 size comparison

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Efina and TL240 is 97 and 95 respectively.

Pentax Efina vs Samsung TL240 top view buttons comparison

Pentax Efina vs Samsung TL240 Sensor Comparison

Sometimes, it can be hard to visualize the contrast in sensor sizing merely by checking out a spec sheet. The photograph below will give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the Efina and TL240.

Clearly, each of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the same resolution and you should expect comparable quality of photos though you really should consider the production date of the cameras into account. The more recent Efina should have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.

Pentax Efina vs Samsung TL240 sensor size comparison

Pentax Efina vs Samsung TL240 Screen and ViewFinder

Pentax Efina vs Samsung TL240 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Pentax Efina Portrait photography details
Samsung TL240 Portrait photography details
33
good megapixels (14 megapixels)
provides face detect focusing
manual focus not available
manual exposure not available
no external flash support
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
28
megapixel count good (14MP)
manual focus not available
no manual control
no external flash support
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
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Street Comparison

Pentax Efina as a Street photography camera
Samsung TL240 as a Street photography camera
63
has image stabilization (Digital)
lighter than competition in class (91g)
fixed screen
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
60
has image stabilization (Optical)
provides touch focus
no articulating screen
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
heavier than others (160g)
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Sports Comparison

Pentax Efina as a Sports photography camera
Samsung TL240 as a Sports photography camera
35
has image stabilization (Digital)
good megapixels (14MP)
maximum shutter speed is a little low (1/1,400s)
no shutter priority
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
has no phase detect AF
43
has image stabilization (Optical)
megapixel count good (14 megapixels)
has tracking autofocus
lack of shutter priority mode
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Pentax Efina Travel photography information
Samsung TL240 Travel photography information
69
lighter than competition in class (91 grams)
good megapixels (14MP)
has built in flash
fairly wide (26mm)
missing Time Lapse recording
display isn't selfie friendly
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.5)
60
provides touch focus
megapixel count good (14MP)
flash built-in
missing Time Lapse recording
heavier than others (160g)
doesn't feature selfie friendly display
wide angle not fantastic (31mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.3)
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Landscape Comparison

Pentax Efina as a Landscape photography camera
Samsung TL240 as a Landscape photography camera
38
fairly wide (26mm)
has image stabilization (Digital)
good megapixels (14MP)
manual focus not available
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.5)
tiny screen (2.5 inches)
manual exposure not available
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
missing Time Lapse recording
37
big screen (3.5 inches)
has image stabilization (Optical)
megapixel count good (14MP)
manual focus not available
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not fantastic (31mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.3)
no manual control
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
missing Time Lapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

Pentax Efina Vlogging features
Samsung TL240 Vlogging features
33
fairly wide (26mm)
has image stabilization (Digital)
provides face detect focusing
lighter than competition in class (91g)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.5)
display isn't selfie friendly
low res video (1280 x 720 pxls)
missing mic jack
27
screen is touchscreen
has image stabilization (Optical)
wide angle not fantastic (31mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.3)
doesn't feature selfie friendly display
video res low (1280 x 720 pixels)
missing external mic port
heavier than others (160 grams)
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Pentax Efina vs Samsung TL240 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Pentax Efina and Samsung TL240
 Pentax EfinaSamsung TL240
General Information
Company Pentax Samsung
Model type Pentax Efina Samsung TL240
Also called as - ST5000
Category Ultracompact Ultracompact
Introduced 2013-06-03 2010-01-06
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 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 14 megapixels 14 megapixels
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Highest resolution 4288 x 3216 4334 x 3256
Highest native ISO 1600 4800
Highest boosted ISO - 6400
Lowest native ISO 80 80
RAW files
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Autofocus touch
Autofocus continuous
Autofocus single
Tracking autofocus
Selective autofocus
Center weighted autofocus
Multi area autofocus
Autofocus live view
Face detect autofocus
Contract detect autofocus
Phase detect autofocus
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 26-130mm (5.0x) 31-217mm (7.0x)
Highest aperture f/3.5-6.3 f/3.3-5.5
Macro focusing distance 20cm 1cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display size 2.5" 3.5"
Display resolution 230k dot 230k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch friendly
Display technology QVGA TFT LCD -
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Lowest shutter speed 1/8s 8s
Highest shutter speed 1/1400s 1/1500s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual exposure
Custom white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash distance 4.10 m 5.00 m
Flash options Auto, Auto Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Forced Off Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync
Hot shoe
Auto exposure bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1280 x 720, 640 x 480 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30, 15 fps)
Highest video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video format - Motion JPEG
Mic jack
Headphone jack
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 91g (0.20 lbs) 160g (0.35 lbs)
Dimensions 87 x 54 x 21mm (3.4" x 2.1" x 0.8") 104 x 58 x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8")
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 images -
Battery form Battery Pack -
Battery ID D-LI109 SLB-11A
Self timer Yes Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double, Motion)
Time lapse shooting
Storage media SC/SDHC, Internal MicroSD/ MicroSDHC, Internal
Storage slots Single Single
Pricing at launch $10 $171