Pentax Efina APS Camera APS
Pentax Efina APS Camera APS
USER REVIEWS
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[May 23, 2000]
Laim Teo
Intermediate
Model Reviewed:
Efina APS Camera
Strength:
Form factor and design.
Weakness:
Very poor quality photos when the zoom function was used. Inconsistent performance, some photos poorly exposed, others out of focus. The I also bought it BEFORE its price was reduced so drastically so I paid twice the current price for it. While I was initially attracted to the design and small size as a camera to take everywhere, I have given this away because I could not stand to be disappointed again with pictures I had taken. Similar Products Used: Minolta Vectis 40 |
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[May 15, 2000]
matt
Model Reviewed:
Efina APS Camera
Strength:
None
Weakness:
None this is a good camera and a cheap one too ~$130. It has lots of good features. The picture quality is excellent compared to other aps such as canon elp jr. clear, bright and brilliant. Similar Products Used: None |
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[Feb 21, 2000]
John Z.
Expert
Model Reviewed:
Efina APS Camera
Strength:
This is the only APS camera that I have checked out in the $120 range that comes with remote, 7 exposure modes with two bulb settings and with a zoom
Weakness:
Looks like this is a close-out model -- hard to hunt down for availability. Best value on the market....try finding another $120 APS camera that comes with a remote, with 7 different exposure modes that include 2 long exposures or "B" settings? And with a small zoom to boot? The other reviewers had experienced grainy photos, if it is not due to poor processing by the photo developer, then it must be due to improper exposure (too dark), it is not the camera's fault - all due to human error and misuse of the camera. I had no problems whatsoever with photos coming in as "too grainy", by using the 200 and 400 type films. This model is almost three years old....probably will be phased out by Pentax soon - buy it while you can still find it !!! Customer Service Responded to emails readily Similar Products Used: Canon APS Elph LT and Jr. These are all fixed focal length lens models between $80 to $120 -- I settled for this Penta |
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[Feb 03, 2000]
S Dallas
Intermediate
Model Reviewed:
Efina APS Camera
Strength:
Small, cheap, versatile. Buttons are easy to use for such a small camera. It came with a case, a strap, battery, film, and a remote control all for $90.00, on sale. Flash charges and recharges quickly. Pictures were very good.
Weakness:
No problems so far. I would highly recommend it as a great second camera. Customer Service Salesperson was very helpful. Similar Products Used: None, but looked at all APS format cameras |
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[Jan 17, 2000]
Jason
Casual
Model Reviewed:
Efina APS Camera
Strength:
Small, compact, great ergonomics. Cover closes over lense. 3 print sizes.
Weakness:
Takes very poor pictures. Very, very grainy. Very bad red eye. Focuses poorly. Has the great advantages of APS. However takes very bad pictures. Pictures are very grainy, poor resolution, not sharp, and have bad red eye. Very bad inside, might have an underpowered flash. Had a Canon Elph and that was much better. Would not recommend this camera. I returned it. Customer Service Rep recognized quickly first camera was defective. However was unfamiliar on how to set camera for imprinting functions. Service was dealer, Wolf Camera, was practically non-existant, with no feedback on results of pictures. Similar Products Used: Canon Elph |
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[Sep 01, 2000]
Vince Vega
Casual
Strength:
Compact, features, love the way the flash pops out
Weakness:
Takes sucky pictures, have to strain to see mode in LCD screen Not worth the money especially because the pictures have no sharpness (especially in panoramic), bad contrast. Customer Service Not required so far Similar Products Used: None |
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[Oct 03, 2000]
Theresa
Casual
Strength:
Small enough to fit in pocket. Easy to use if you don't mess with changing the different options around and just set the camera up once and use it that way.
Weakness:
Every option is a picture so you have to memorize a bunch of symbols to use the correct setting. A good camera that takes good pictures. There are many flash options to choose from when using the camera so you have to choose the right one. Customer Service Terrible. I had a problem with the flash, and had to fight with Pentax to get them to honor my warranty. Similar Products Used: None |
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[Oct 02, 2000]
Al Volo
Intermediate
Strength:
Compact, good ergonomics, easy to use
Weakness:
Mode dial can be changed accidentally, control buttons on back very small I bought this wonderful camera over the internet from Brandsmall.com for $119. This included a kit with leather case, remote control, and a roll of film. The camera is tiny, but has a good grip and is very easy to use. It takes wonderful photos, with edge-to-edge sharpness and no distortion even with panoramic prints. The date and title imprinting feature is another extra. I have many cameras including Olympus, Minolta, Pentax and Vivitar. This is my first APS camera and I am thrilled with the versatility, ease of use and performance. Get one while they are still available. Customer Service Have not had experience Similar Products Used: minolta vectis 25 |
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[Nov 03, 2000]
Radhika Nayak
Casual
Strength:
Size, style and weight.
Weakness:
photo qaulity - although that could be the developer too. I love the size and weight of this camera. You can keep it in a pocket and have it with you at all times. I would love to try Canons comparable model to see a differnce. This was my first APS camera. |
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[Oct 29, 2000]
André Warren
Intermediate
Strength:
small, remote, ergonomics, titles
Weakness:
...uhm... Great little camera. Got it for a song at Wolf Camera. I've had several rolls developed, and so far, great pictures. Both black and white and color. Get one before they're gone. Customer Service Haven't needed it yet. Similar Products Used: None |