Canon ELPH 340 HS vs Pentax Efina

Its time to examine more closely at the Canon ELPH 340 HS versus Pentax Efina, both Ultracompact digital cameras by rivals Canon and Pentax. The image resolution of the ELPH 340 HS (16MP) and the Efina (14MP) is relatively well matched and they come with the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The ELPH 340 HS was unveiled 8 months later than the Efina which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before we go in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a brief summary of how the ELPH 340 HS grades versus the Efina in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot ELPH 340 HS and Pentax Efina. The full galleries are viewable at Canon ELPH 340 HS Gallery and Pentax Efina Gallery.

For anyone who is going to carry your camera frequently, you need to consider its weight and volume. The Canon ELPH 340 HS offers exterior dimensions of 100mm x 58mm x 22mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 147 grams (0.32 lbs) and the Pentax Efina has sizing of 87mm x 54mm x 21mm (3.4" x 2.1" x 0.8") along with a weight of 91 grams (0.20 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you select at the time. Underneath is the front view dimensions comparison of the ELPH 340 HS against the Efina.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the ELPH 340 HS and Efina is 95 and 97 respectively.

Normally, its tough to visualize the difference between sensor sizing purely by looking at specs. The graphic here will offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the ELPH 340 HS and Efina.

All in all, both cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit different megapixels. You should count on the Canon ELPH 340 HS to give extra detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop pictures much more aggressively. The newer ELPH 340 HS provides an advantage in sensor tech.