Casio EX-S200 vs Pentax Efina

Its time to look more closely at the Casio EX-S200 versus Pentax Efina, both Ultracompact digital cameras by rivals Casio and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the EX-S200 (14MP) and the Efina (14MP) is fairly well matched and both cameras boast the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The EX-S200 was revealed 3 years earlier than the Efina and that is quite a serious gap as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before delving right into a more detailed comparison, here is a simple overview of how the EX-S200 scores versus the Efina with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Casio Exilim EX-S200 and Pentax Efina. The full galleries are available at Casio EX-S200 Gallery and Pentax Efina Gallery.

If you're planning to carry your camera frequently, you have to consider its weight and measurements. The Casio EX-S200 has outer dimensions of 100mm x 55mm x 18mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.7") along with a weight of 132 grams (0.29 lbs) while the Pentax Efina has proportions of 87mm x 54mm x 21mm (3.4" x 2.1" x 0.8") with a weight of 91 grams (0.20 lbs).

See the Casio EX-S200 versus Pentax Efina in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you choose at that moment. Below is a front view scale comparison of the EX-S200 versus the Efina.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the EX-S200 and Efina is 96 and 97 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very hard to visualise the gap between sensor sizing merely by checking specifications. The visual underneath will offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the EX-S200 and Efina.

To sum up, both of the cameras feature the identical sensor size and the same exact megapixels so you should expect similar quality of pictures although you really should consider the release date of the products into consideration. The older EX-S200 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.