Casio EX-G1 vs Pentax Efina

Here is a extensive comparison of the Casio EX-G1 versus Pentax Efina, both Ultracompact digital cameras by brands Casio and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the EX-G1 (12MP) and the Efina (14MP) is pretty well matched and both cameras posses the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The EX-G1 was released 4 years prior to the Efina and that is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before going right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the EX-G1 matches up against the Efina in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Casio Exilim EX-G1 and Pentax Efina. The complete galleries are provided at Casio EX-G1 Gallery and Pentax Efina Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to carry your camera, you will want to consider its weight and dimensions. The Casio EX-G1 enjoys external measurements of 104mm x 64mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 0.8") with a weight of 154 grams (0.34 lbs) whilst the Pentax Efina has dimensions 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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Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are working with at the time. Following is a front view dimension comparison of the EX-G1 against the Efina.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the EX-G1 and Efina is 94 and 97 respectively.

More often than not, it is hard to visualize the difference between sensor sizing just by reading through specs. The graphic underneath will help offer you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-G1 and Efina.

As you can plainly see, both of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different MP. You should expect the Pentax Efina to resolve extra detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The older EX-G1 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.