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Casio EX-Z35 vs Pentax Efina

Portability
96
Imaging
35
Features
14
Overall
26
Casio Exilim EX-Z35 front
 
Pentax Efina front
Portability
97
Imaging
38
Features
26
Overall
33

Casio EX-Z35 vs Pentax Efina Key Specs

Casio EX-Z35
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.5" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 64 - 3200
  • 640 x 480 video
  • 36-107mm (F3.1-5.6) lens
  • 124g - 99 x 57 x 20mm
  • Released February 2010
Pentax Efina
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.5" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 1600
  • Digital Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 26-130mm (F3.5-6.3) lens
  • 91g - 87 x 54 x 21mm
  • Introduced June 2013
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Casio EX-Z35 vs Pentax Efina Overview

In this article, we will be reviewing the Casio EX-Z35 and Pentax Efina, both Ultracompact cameras by rivals Casio and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the EX-Z35 (12MP) and the Efina (14MP) is relatively comparable and they feature the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The EX-Z35 was revealed 4 years prior to the Efina and that is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before we go through a in-depth comparison, below is a simple summation of how the EX-Z35 grades versus the Efina in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

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Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z35 over the Pentax Efina

 EX-Z35 Efina 
Manually focus More exact focus

Reasons to pick Pentax Efina over the Casio EX-Z35

 Efina EX-Z35 
IntroducedJune 2013February 2010More recent by 39 months

Common features in the Casio EX-Z35 and Pentax Efina

 EX-Z35 Efina 
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen sizing2.5"2.5"Equivalent screen dimensions
Screen resolution230k230kExact same screen resolution
Selfie screen Neither comes with selfie screen
Touch friendly screen Absent Touch friendly screen

Casio EX-Z35 vs Pentax Efina Physical Comparison

In case you're aiming to lug around your camera regularly, you'll need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Casio EX-Z35 comes with external dimensions of 99mm x 57mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 124 grams (0.27 lbs) and the Pentax Efina has dimensions of 87mm x 54mm x 21mm (3.4" x 2.1" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 91 grams (0.20 lbs).

Take a look at the Casio EX-Z35 and Pentax Efina in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are working with at that moment. Following is the front view size comparison of the EX-Z35 compared to the Efina.

Casio EX-Z35 vs Pentax Efina size comparison

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the EX-Z35 and Efina is 96 and 97 respectively.

Casio EX-Z35 vs Pentax Efina top view buttons comparison

Casio EX-Z35 vs Pentax Efina Sensor Comparison

Usually, it's difficult to see the gap in sensor measurements purely by checking out a spec sheet. The visual here should give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the EX-Z35 and Efina.

As you can see, each of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same megapixels. You can count on the Pentax Efina to produce greater detail because of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will help you crop shots a little more aggressively. The older EX-Z35 will be behind when it comes to sensor technology.

Casio EX-Z35 vs Pentax Efina sensor size comparison

Casio EX-Z35 vs Pentax Efina Screen and ViewFinder

Casio EX-Z35 vs Pentax Efina Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with Casio EX-Z35
Portrait photography with Pentax Efina
27
focusing manually
manual mode not available
cannot use external flash
low MP (12 megapixels)
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW support
34
decent MP (14MP)
supports face detection focus
focusing manually not possible
manual exposure not possible
cannot use external flash
small sensor (1/2.3")
no RAW files
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Street Comparison

Casio EX-Z35 Street photography highlights
Pentax Efina Street photography highlights
48
no articulating screen
lack of image stabilization
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW support
64
has image stabilization (Digital)
lighter than average in class (91 grams)
fixed screen
small sensor (1/2.3")
no RAW files
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Sports Comparison

Sports photography with Casio EX-Z35
Sports photography with Pentax Efina
17
lack of shutter priority mode
lack of image stabilization
low MP (12MP)
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
no phase detect auto focus
35
has image stabilization (Digital)
decent MP (14 megapixels)
maximum shutter speed is a little low (1/1,400s)
no shutter priority mode
small sensor (1/2.3")
no phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Casio EX-Z35
Travel photography with Pentax Efina
52
flash built-in
lack of Timelapse mode
low MP (12MP)
display isn't selfie friendly
wide angle not good (36mm)
slow max aperture (f3.1)
69
lighter than average in class (91g)
decent MP (14MP)
built-in flash
rather wide (26mm)
lack of Time Lapse mode
doesn't have a selfie friendly screen
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.5)
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Landscape Comparison

Casio EX-Z35 Landscape photography advice
Pentax Efina Landscape photography advice
28
focusing manually
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not good (36mm)
slow max aperture (f3.1)
screen is somewhat small (2.5")
manual mode not available
lack of image stabilization
low MP (12MP)
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW support
lack of Timelapse mode
38
rather wide (26mm)
has image stabilization (Digital)
decent MP (14MP)
focusing manually not possible
cannot switch lenses (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.5)
screen is somewhat small (2.5")
manual exposure not possible
small sensor (1/2.3")
no RAW files
lack of Time Lapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Casio EX-Z35 Vlogging highlights
Pentax Efina Vlogging highlights
22
wide angle not good (36mm)
slow max aperture (f3.1)
display isn't selfie friendly
lack of image stabilization
low res video (640 x 480 resolution)
lack of microphone port
33
rather wide (26mm)
has image stabilization (Digital)
supports face detection focus
lighter than average in class (91g)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.5)
doesn't have a selfie friendly screen
video quality not great (1280 x 720 resolution)
lack of external mic socket
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Casio EX-Z35 vs Pentax Efina Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Casio EX-Z35 and Pentax Efina
 Casio Exilim EX-Z35Pentax Efina
General Information
Brand Casio Pentax
Model Casio Exilim EX-Z35 Pentax Efina
Type Ultracompact Ultracompact
Released 2010-02-21 2013-06-03
Physical type Ultracompact Ultracompact
Sensor Information
Chip Exilim Engine 5.0 -
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 12MP 14MP
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Full resolution 4000 x 3000 4288 x 3216
Max native ISO 3200 1600
Min native ISO 64 80
RAW images
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Autofocus touch
Autofocus continuous
Single autofocus
Autofocus tracking
Selective autofocus
Autofocus center weighted
Multi area autofocus
Autofocus live view
Face detection focus
Contract detection focus
Phase detection focus
Cross focus points - -
Lens
Lens mount fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 36-107mm (3.0x) 26-130mm (5.0x)
Highest aperture f/3.1-5.6 f/3.5-6.3
Macro focus distance 10cm 20cm
Crop factor 5.8 5.8
Screen
Type of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen size 2.5" 2.5"
Screen resolution 230 thousand dots 230 thousand dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch functionality
Screen technology - QVGA TFT LCD
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Lowest shutter speed 4 seconds 1/8 seconds
Highest shutter speed 1/2000 seconds 1/1400 seconds
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Set white balance
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash range 3.20 m 4.10 m
Flash settings Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft Auto, Auto Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Forced Off
Hot shoe
Auto exposure bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Video resolutions 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (15 fps) 1280 x 720, 640 x 480
Max video resolution 640x480 1280x720
Video format Motion JPEG -
Mic port
Headphone port
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environment sealing
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 124g (0.27 lbs) 91g (0.20 lbs)
Dimensions 99 x 57 x 20mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") 87 x 54 x 21mm (3.4" x 2.1" x 0.8")
DXO scores
DXO All around score not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth score not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range score not tested not tested
DXO Low light score not tested not tested
Other
Battery life - 200 photographs
Type of battery - Battery Pack
Battery model NP-82 D-LI109
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec, Triple Self-timer) Yes
Time lapse feature
Type of storage SD/SDHC card, Internal SC/SDHC, Internal
Card slots 1 1
Cost at launch $99 $10