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Casio EX-Z2000 vs Pentax Efina

Portability
95
Imaging
37
Features
28
Overall
33
Casio Exilim EX-Z2000 front
 
Pentax Efina front
Portability
97
Imaging
38
Features
26
Overall
33

Casio EX-Z2000 vs Pentax Efina Key Specs

Casio EX-Z2000
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 64 - 3200
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 640 x 480 video
  • 26-130mm (F2.8-6.5) lens
  • 152g - 99 x 58 x 17mm
  • Introduced January 2010
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
  • Released June 2013
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Casio EX-Z2000 vs Pentax Efina Overview

On this page, we are looking at the Casio EX-Z2000 versus Pentax Efina, both Ultracompact digital cameras by brands Casio and Pentax. The image resolution of the EX-Z2000 (14MP) and the Efina (14MP) is fairly similar and both cameras offer the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The EX-Z2000 was announced 4 years prior to the Efina which is quite a serious difference as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before getting straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a short introduction of how the EX-Z2000 scores versus the Efina with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z2000 over the Pentax Efina

 EX-Z2000 Efina 
Focus manually Dial accurate focus
Display dimensions3"2.5"Larger display (+0.5")
Display resolution461k230kCrisper display (+231k dot)

Reasons to pick Pentax Efina over the Casio EX-Z2000

 Efina EX-Z2000 
ReleasedJune 2013January 2010More modern by 41 months

Common features in the Casio EX-Z2000 and Pentax Efina

 EX-Z2000 Efina 
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Selfie screen Absent selfie screen
Touch friendly display Absent Touch friendly display

Casio EX-Z2000 vs Pentax Efina Physical Comparison

If you are planning to carry around your camera often, you should think about its weight and dimensions. The Casio EX-Z2000 comes with outer measurements of 99mm x 58mm x 17mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") along with a weight of 152 grams (0.34 lbs) while the Pentax Efina has dimensions of 87mm x 54mm x 21mm (3.4" x 2.1" x 0.8") and a weight of 91 grams (0.20 lbs).

Look at the Casio EX-Z2000 versus Pentax Efina in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are using during that time. Here is a front view dimension comparison of the EX-Z2000 and the Efina.

Casio EX-Z2000 vs Pentax Efina size comparison

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the EX-Z2000 and Efina is 95 and 97 respectively.

Casio EX-Z2000 vs Pentax Efina top view buttons comparison

Casio EX-Z2000 vs Pentax Efina Sensor Comparison

Sometimes, its tough to envision the gap between sensor sizes merely by going over specs. The image here might give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-Z2000 and Efina.

As you can plainly see, each of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same resolution therefore you can expect similar quality of photographs but you will want to consider the launch date of the products into consideration. The more aged EX-Z2000 is going to be behind in sensor tech.

Casio EX-Z2000 vs Pentax Efina sensor size comparison

Casio EX-Z2000 vs Pentax Efina Screen and ViewFinder

Casio EX-Z2000 vs Pentax Efina Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Casio EX-Z2000 Portrait photography features
Pentax Efina Portrait photography features
35
focusing manually
good megapixels (14 megapixels)
manual exposure not available
cannot use external flash
small sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW support
34
good resolution (14 megapixels)
includes face detection focus
manual focus not available
manual exposure not possible
no external flash support
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
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Street Comparison

Casio EX-Z2000 Street photography highlights
Pentax Efina Street photography highlights
55
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
fixed screen
small sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW support
heavier than average in class (152g)
64
has image stabilization (Digital)
lighter than competition in class (91g)
no moving screen
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
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Sports Comparison

Sports photography with Casio EX-Z2000
Sports photography with Pentax Efina
38
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
good megapixels (14 megapixels)
lack of shutter priority mode
small sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have phase detect AF
35
has image stabilization (Digital)
good resolution (14MP)
max shutter speed is low (1/1,400 seconds)
lack of shutter priority mode
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Casio EX-Z2000 as a Travel photography camera
Pentax Efina as a Travel photography camera
62
good megapixels (14 megapixels)
built-in flash
quite wide (26mm)
doesn't have Time Lapse recording
heavier than average in class (152 grams)
doesn't offer selfie friendly display
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.8)
69
lighter than competition in class (91g)
good resolution (14 megapixels)
built-in flash
decently wide (26mm)
lack of Timelapse function
does not have selfie friendly display
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.5)
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Landscape Comparison

Casio EX-Z2000 Landscape photography details
Pentax Efina Landscape photography details
47
focusing manually
quite wide (26mm)
screen is a good size (3 inch)
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
good megapixels (14MP)
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.8)
manual exposure not available
small sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW support
doesn't have Time Lapse recording
38
decently wide (26mm)
has image stabilization (Digital)
good resolution (14MP)
manual focus not available
can't switch lens (fixed lens mount)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.5)
small screen (2.5 inches)
manual exposure not possible
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
lack of Timelapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Casio EX-Z2000 Vlogging factors
Pentax Efina Vlogging factors
28
quite wide (26mm)
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.8)
doesn't offer selfie friendly display
video resolution low (640 x 480 resolution)
doesn't have mic socket
heavier than average in class (152 grams)
33
decently wide (26mm)
has image stabilization (Digital)
includes face detection focus
lighter than competition in class (91g)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.5)
does not have selfie friendly display
low quality video (1280 x 720 resolution)
lack of external microphone jack
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Casio EX-Z2000 vs Pentax Efina Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Casio EX-Z2000 and Pentax Efina
 Casio Exilim EX-Z2000Pentax Efina
General Information
Company Casio Pentax
Model type Casio Exilim EX-Z2000 Pentax Efina
Class Ultracompact Ultracompact
Introduced 2010-01-06 2013-06-03
Body design Ultracompact Ultracompact
Sensor Information
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor measurements 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor surface area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 14 megapixel 14 megapixel
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Highest Possible resolution 4320 x 3240 4288 x 3216
Maximum native ISO 3200 1600
Lowest native ISO 64 80
RAW images
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Autofocus touch
Continuous autofocus
Single autofocus
Autofocus tracking
Autofocus selectice
Center weighted autofocus
Autofocus multi area
Live view autofocus
Face detect autofocus
Contract detect autofocus
Phase detect autofocus
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens support fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 26-130mm (5.0x) 26-130mm (5.0x)
Max aperture f/2.8-6.5 f/3.5-6.3
Macro focusing distance - 20cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Range of display Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display sizing 3 inch 2.5 inch
Resolution of display 461k dot 230k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch functionality
Display tech - QVGA TFT LCD
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Min shutter speed 4 seconds 1/8 seconds
Max shutter speed 1/2000 seconds 1/1400 seconds
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Set white balance
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash distance - 4.10 m
Flash settings Auto, flash off, flash on, red eye reduction Auto, Auto Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Forced Off
Hot shoe
AE bracketing
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1280 × 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) 1280 x 720, 640 x 480
Maximum video resolution 640x480 1280x720
Video data format Motion JPEG -
Microphone input
Headphone input
Connectivity
Wireless Eye-Fi Connected 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 152 gr (0.34 pounds) 91 gr (0.20 pounds)
Physical dimensions 99 x 58 x 17mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") 87 x 54 x 21mm (3.4" x 2.1" x 0.8")
DXO scores
DXO Overall 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 photographs
Form of battery - Battery Pack
Battery ID NP-110 D-LI109
Self timer Yes (10 seconds, 2 seconds, Triple Self-timer) Yes
Time lapse shooting
Storage media SD/SDHC card, Internal SC/SDHC, Internal
Storage slots One One
Pricing at release $0 $10