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Casio EX-ZS10 vs Pentax Efina

Portability
99
Imaging
37
Features
19
Overall
29
Casio Exilim EX-ZS10 front
 
Pentax Efina front
Portability
97
Imaging
38
Features
26
Overall
33

Casio EX-ZS10 vs Pentax Efina Key Specs

Casio EX-ZS10
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • " Fixed Screen
  • ISO 0 - 0
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • ()mm (F) lens
  • n/ag - 103 x 59 x 20mm
  • Launched January 2011
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-ZS10 vs Pentax Efina Overview

Below, we will be evaluating the Casio EX-ZS10 vs Pentax Efina, both Ultracompact cameras by manufacturers Casio and Pentax. The resolution of the EX-ZS10 (14MP) and the Efina (14MP) is pretty close and they enjoy the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The EX-ZS10 was unveiled 3 years prior to the Efina and that is a fairly large difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before going straight into a detailed comparison, below is a quick view of how the EX-ZS10 matches up against the Efina in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

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Reasons to pick Casio EX-ZS10 over the Pentax Efina

 EX-ZS10 Efina 

Reasons to pick Pentax Efina over the Casio EX-ZS10

 Efina EX-ZS10 
IntroducedJune 2013January 2011More recent by 29 months
Screen dimension2.5""Bigger screen (+2.5")
Screen resolution230k0kSharper screen (+230k dot)

Common features in the Casio EX-ZS10 and Pentax Efina

 EX-ZS10 Efina 
Manual focus Lack of manual focusing
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Selfie screen Neither comes with selfie screen
Touch screen No Touch screen

Casio EX-ZS10 vs Pentax Efina Physical Comparison

For anybody who is going to lug around your camera regularly, you will want to consider its weight and proportions. The Casio EX-ZS10 comes with outside dimensions of 103mm x 59mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") having a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs) whilst the Pentax Efina has measurements of 87mm x 54mm x 21mm (3.4" x 2.1" x 0.8") with a weight of 91 grams (0.20 lbs).

Check the Casio EX-ZS10 vs 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 at that time. Underneath is the front view dimensions comparison of the EX-ZS10 vs the Efina.

Casio EX-ZS10 vs Pentax Efina size comparison

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the EX-ZS10 and Efina is 99 and 97 respectively.

Casio EX-ZS10 vs Pentax Efina top view buttons comparison

Casio EX-ZS10 vs Pentax Efina Sensor Comparison

More often than not, it's hard to see the gap in sensor measurements only by researching technical specs. The graphic underneath might offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the EX-ZS10 and Efina.

As you can tell, both the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the identical megapixels so you can expect comparable quality of photographs although you would want to consider the launch date of the cameras into account. The older EX-ZS10 will be disadvantaged in sensor tech.

Casio EX-ZS10 vs Pentax Efina sensor size comparison

Casio EX-ZS10 vs Pentax Efina Screen and ViewFinder

Casio EX-ZS10 vs Pentax Efina Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Casio EX-ZS10 as a Portrait photography camera
Pentax Efina as a Portrait photography camera
28
sensor resolution is decent (14MP)
no manual focus
manual mode not possible
cannot use external flash
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW support
34
decent MP (14MP)
provides face detect focusing
focusing manually not possible
no manual exposure
can't use external flash
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
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Street Comparison

Casio EX-ZS10 Street photography advice
Pentax Efina Street photography advice
49
screen is fixed
lack of image stabilization
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW support
low maximum ISO (0)
64
built in image stabilization (Digital)
lighter than others in class (91 grams)
no articulating screen
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
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Sports Comparison

Casio EX-ZS10 Sports photography highlights
Pentax Efina Sports photography highlights
32
sensor resolution is decent (14MP)
provides tracking focus
focal length is fixed (()mm)
no shutter priority mode
lack of image stabilization
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
doesn't have phase detect auto focus
35
built in image stabilization (Digital)
decent MP (14MP)
low max shutter speed (1/1,400s)
no shutter priority
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Casio EX-ZS10
Travel photography with Pentax Efina
71
sensor resolution is decent (14 megapixels)
has built in flash
very good max aperture (f)
lack of Timelapse recording
doesn't contain selfie friendly screen
69
lighter than others in class (91g)
decent MP (14MP)
built-in flash
rather wide (26mm)
no Time Lapse recording
screen is not selfie friendly
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.5)
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Landscape Comparison

Casio EX-ZS10 as a Landscape photography camera
Pentax Efina as a Landscape photography camera
33
very good max aperture (f)
sensor resolution is decent (14 megapixels)
no manual focus
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
focal length is fixed (()mm)
tiny screen ( inch)
manual mode not possible
lack of image stabilization
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
low maximum ISO (0)
doesn't have RAW support
lack of Timelapse recording
38
rather wide (26mm)
built in image stabilization (Digital)
decent MP (14MP)
focusing manually not possible
can't change lenses (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.5)
small screen (2.5 inches)
no manual exposure
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
no Time Lapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with Casio EX-ZS10
Vlogging with Pentax Efina
27
very good max aperture (f)
doesn't contain selfie friendly screen
lack of image stabilization
low res video (1280 x 720 resolution)
lack of microphone port
33
rather wide (26mm)
built in image stabilization (Digital)
provides face detect focusing
lighter than others in class (91 grams)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.5)
screen is not selfie friendly
video quality not great (1280 x 720 pixels)
no mic socket
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Casio EX-ZS10 vs Pentax Efina Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Casio EX-ZS10 and Pentax Efina
 Casio Exilim EX-ZS10Pentax Efina
General Information
Manufacturer Casio Pentax
Model type Casio Exilim EX-ZS10 Pentax Efina
Type Ultracompact Ultracompact
Launched 2011-01-05 2013-06-03
Physical type Ultracompact Ultracompact
Sensor Information
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 surface area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 14MP 14MP
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio - 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Max resolution 4320 x 3240 4288 x 3216
Max native ISO - 1600
Min native ISO - 80
RAW pictures
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch to focus
Autofocus continuous
Single autofocus
Autofocus tracking
Selective autofocus
Center weighted autofocus
Multi area autofocus
Autofocus live view
Face detection autofocus
Contract detection autofocus
Phase detection autofocus
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range () 26-130mm (5.0x)
Largest aperture - f/3.5-6.3
Macro focusing distance - 20cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen sizing - 2.5 inches
Resolution of screen 0 thousand dots 230 thousand dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch capability
Screen technology - QVGA TFT LCD
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Minimum shutter speed - 1/8 seconds
Fastest shutter speed - 1/1400 seconds
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Custom white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash distance - 4.10 m
Flash modes - Auto, Auto Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Forced Off
External flash
Auto exposure bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Video resolutions 1280 x 720 1280 x 720, 640 x 480
Max video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video format Motion JPEG -
Mic port
Headphone port
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB none USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight - 91 gr (0.20 lb)
Dimensions 103 x 59 x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") 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 photos
Battery type - Battery Pack
Battery ID - D-LI109
Self timer - Yes
Time lapse shooting
Type of storage - SC/SDHC, Internal
Card slots One One
Launch pricing $120 $10