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Casio EX-Z800 vs Pentax Efina

Portability
96
Imaging
37
Features
25
Overall
32
Casio Exilim EX-Z800 front
 
Pentax Efina front
Portability
97
Imaging
38
Features
26
Overall
33

Casio EX-Z800 vs Pentax Efina Key Specs

Casio EX-Z800
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 50 - 3200
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 640 x 480 video
  • 27-108mm (F3.2-5.9) lens
  • 124g - 91 x 52 x 20mm
  • Launched August 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-Z800 vs Pentax Efina Overview

Below, we will be looking at the Casio EX-Z800 versus Pentax Efina, both Ultracompact digital cameras by brands Casio and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the EX-Z800 (14MP) and the Efina (14MP) is pretty well matched and they feature the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The EX-Z800 was announced 3 years prior to the Efina which is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before delving through a in-depth comparison, below is a simple summary of how the EX-Z800 matches up versus the Efina with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z800 over the Pentax Efina

 EX-Z800 Efina 
Manual focus Dial exact focus
Screen dimension2.7"2.5"Bigger screen (+0.2")

Reasons to pick Pentax Efina over the Casio EX-Z800

 Efina EX-Z800 
IntroducedJune 2013August 2010Newer by 34 months

Common features in the Casio EX-Z800 and Pentax Efina

 EX-Z800 Efina 
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen resolution230k230kSame screen resolution
Selfie screen Neither features selfie screen
Touch screen Missing Touch screen

Casio EX-Z800 vs Pentax Efina Physical Comparison

For anyone who is intending to travel with your camera regularly, you will want to factor its weight and measurements. The Casio EX-Z800 enjoys outer dimensions of 91mm x 52mm x 20mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.8") along with a weight of 124 grams (0.27 lbs) whilst the Pentax Efina has proportions of 87mm x 54mm x 21mm (3.4" x 2.1" x 0.8") having a weight of 91 grams (0.20 lbs).

Check out the Casio EX-Z800 versus Pentax Efina in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have at that time. Underneath is the front view physical size comparison of the EX-Z800 compared to the Efina.

Casio EX-Z800 vs Pentax Efina size comparison

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the EX-Z800 and Efina is 96 and 97 respectively.

Casio EX-Z800 vs Pentax Efina top view buttons comparison

Casio EX-Z800 vs Pentax Efina Sensor Comparison

Quite often, it can be hard to visualize the contrast between sensor dimensions simply by checking technical specs. The image underneath might give you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the EX-Z800 and Efina.

As you have seen, each of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the same megapixels and you should expect similar quality of pictures but you will need to take the production date of the products into consideration. The more aged EX-Z800 is going to be behind in sensor innovation.

Casio EX-Z800 vs Pentax Efina sensor size comparison

Casio EX-Z800 vs Pentax Efina Screen and ViewFinder

Casio EX-Z800 vs Pentax Efina Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Casio EX-Z800 as a Portrait photography camera
Pentax Efina as a Portrait photography camera
35
you can focus manually
megapixel count decent (14MP)
manual exposure not possible
no external flash support
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
34
MP count decent (14 megapixels)
features face detection focusing
focusing manually not possible
no manual control
no external flash support
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
no RAW files
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Street Comparison

Casio EX-Z800 Street photography info
Pentax Efina Street photography info
57
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
no moving screen
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
64
has image stabilization (Digital)
lighter than others in class (91 grams)
screen does not articulate
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
no RAW files
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Sports Comparison

Casio EX-Z800 Sports photography factors
Pentax Efina Sports photography factors
38
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
megapixel count decent (14 megapixels)
no shutter priority mode
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
has no phase detect auto focus
35
has image stabilization (Digital)
MP count decent (14MP)
low max shutter speed (1/1,400s)
no shutter priority mode
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
no phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Casio EX-Z800 Travel photography factors
Pentax Efina Travel photography factors
65
megapixel count decent (14MP)
has built in flash
really wide (27mm)
no Time Lapse function
screen isn't selfie friendly
slow max aperture (f3.2)
69
lighter than others in class (91g)
MP count decent (14 megapixels)
has built in flash
pretty wide (26mm)
no Timelapse mode
screen is not selfie friendly
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.5)
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Landscape Comparison

Casio EX-Z800 as a Landscape photography camera
Pentax Efina as a Landscape photography camera
42
you can focus manually
really wide (27mm)
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
megapixel count decent (14MP)
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
slow max aperture (f3.2)
tiny screen (2.7")
manual exposure not possible
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
no Time Lapse function
38
pretty wide (26mm)
has image stabilization (Digital)
MP count decent (14MP)
focusing manually not possible
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.5)
tiny screen (2.5 inch)
no manual control
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
no RAW files
no Timelapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Casio EX-Z800 Vlogging features
Pentax Efina Vlogging features
29
really wide (27mm)
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
slow max aperture (f3.2)
screen isn't selfie friendly
low res video (640 x 480 resolution)
no mic support
33
pretty wide (26mm)
has image stabilization (Digital)
features face detection focusing
lighter than others in class (91g)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.5)
screen is not selfie friendly
low quality video (1280 x 720 resolution)
no external microphone socket
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Casio EX-Z800 vs Pentax Efina Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Casio EX-Z800 and Pentax Efina
 Casio Exilim EX-Z800Pentax Efina
General Information
Make Casio Pentax
Model type Casio Exilim EX-Z800 Pentax Efina
Type Ultracompact Ultracompact
Launched 2010-08-03 2013-06-03
Physical type Ultracompact Ultracompact
Sensor Information
Powered by Exilim Engine 5.0 -
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 megapixels 14 megapixels
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Maximum resolution 4320 x 3240 4288 x 3216
Maximum native ISO 3200 1600
Minimum native ISO 50 80
RAW photos
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Autofocus touch
Continuous autofocus
Autofocus single
Tracking autofocus
Selective autofocus
Center weighted autofocus
Autofocus multi area
Autofocus live view
Face detection focus
Contract detection focus
Phase detection focus
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 27-108mm (4.0x) 26-130mm (5.0x)
Maximal aperture f/3.2-5.9 f/3.5-6.3
Macro focusing distance - 20cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Type of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen sizing 2.7 inch 2.5 inch
Resolution of screen 230k dots 230k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch operation
Screen tech - QVGA TFT LCD
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Lowest shutter speed 4 secs 1/8 secs
Highest shutter speed 1/2000 secs 1/1400 secs
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual mode
Custom white balance
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash distance - 4.10 m
Flash options Auto, flash off, flash on, red eye reduction Auto, Auto Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Forced Off
Hot shoe
AEB
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Video resolutions 1280 × 720 (20 fps), 640 x 480 (30 f ps) 1280 x 720, 640 x 480
Maximum video resolution 640x480 1280x720
Video data format Motion JPEG -
Microphone 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
Environmental sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 124 gr (0.27 pounds) 91 gr (0.20 pounds)
Dimensions 91 x 52 x 20mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.8") 87 x 54 x 21mm (3.4" x 2.1" x 0.8")
DXO scores
DXO All around 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 shots
Battery type - Battery Pack
Battery ID NP-120 D-LI109
Self timer Yes (10 seconds, 2 seconds, Triple Self-timer) Yes
Time lapse feature
Type of storage SD/SDHC, Internal SC/SDHC, Internal
Card slots One One
Pricing at launch $150 $10