Casio EX-Z270 vs Pentax Efina

Following is a comprehensive assessment of the Casio EX-Z270 and Pentax Efina, both Ultracompact cameras by brands Casio and Pentax. There is a sizable difference among the sensor resolutions of the EX-Z270 (10MP) and Efina (14MP) and the EX-Z270 (1/2.5") and Efina (1/2.3") use different sensor sizing.

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The EX-Z270 was brought out 5 years prior to the Efina which is a fairly significant difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before diving in to a in depth comparison, below is a brief highlight of how the EX-Z270 matches up versus the Efina in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Casio Exilim EX-Z270 & Pentax Efina. The entire galleries are provided at Casio EX-Z270 Gallery & Pentax Efina Gallery.

For those who are planning to carry around your camera regularly, you're going to have to consider its weight and size. The Casio EX-Z270 provides exterior dimensions of 97mm x 55mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.9") along with a weight of 111 grams (0.24 lbs) and the Pentax Efina has specifications of 87mm x 54mm x 21mm (3.4" x 2.1" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 91 grams (0.20 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you have attached during that time. Here is the front view measurement comparison of the EX-Z270 vs the Efina.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the EX-Z270 and Efina is 96 and 97 respectively.

Often, it can be hard to picture the gap in sensor sizes purely by checking out specs. The picture underneath may provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the EX-Z270 and Efina.

All in all, the 2 cameras posses different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The EX-Z270 due to its smaller sensor is going to make getting shallower DOF tougher and the Pentax Efina will provide extra detail having its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The more aged EX-Z270 will be behind with regard to sensor technology.