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Casio TRYX vs Pentax Efina

Portability
99
Imaging
36
Features
25
Overall
31
Casio Exilim TRYX front
 
Pentax Efina front
Portability
97
Imaging
38
Features
26
Overall
33

Casio TRYX vs Pentax Efina Key Specs

Casio TRYX
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fully Articulated Screen
  • ISO 100 - 3200
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 21mm (F2.8) lens
  • n/ag - 122 x 58 x 15mm
  • Introduced January 2011
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 TRYX vs Pentax Efina Overview

On this page, we are reviewing the Casio TRYX vs Pentax Efina, both Ultracompact cameras by rivals Casio and Pentax. The resolution of the TRYX (12MP) and the Efina (14MP) is fairly comparable and both cameras have the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The TRYX was launched 3 years before the Efina which is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before we go into a full comparison, here is a quick view of how the TRYX grades versus the Efina for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Casio TRYX over the Pentax Efina

 TRYX Efina 
Display typeFully ArticulatedFixed Fully Articulating display
Display dimensions3"2.5"Larger display (+0.5")
Display resolution461k230kCrisper display (+231k dot)
Selfie screen Take selfies

Reasons to pick Pentax Efina over the Casio TRYX

 Efina TRYX 
ReleasedJune 2013January 2011More modern by 29 months

Common features in the Casio TRYX and Pentax Efina

 TRYX Efina 
Manually focus No manual focus
Touch friendly display Absent Touch friendly display

Casio TRYX vs Pentax Efina Physical Comparison

If you're planning to carry around your camera frequently, you are going to need to think about its weight and proportions. The Casio TRYX enjoys physical dimensions of 122mm x 58mm x 15mm (4.8" x 2.3" x 0.6") having a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs) and the Pentax Efina has measurements 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 Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you use at that moment. Here is a front view measurement comparison of the TRYX compared to the Efina.

Casio TRYX vs Pentax Efina size comparison

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the TRYX and Efina is 99 and 97 respectively.

Casio TRYX vs Pentax Efina top view buttons comparison

Casio TRYX vs Pentax Efina Sensor Comparison

Usually, it's hard to envision the difference in sensor sizes only by seeing specs. The picture below might offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the TRYX and Efina.

As you can plainly see, both of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same resolution. You should anticipate the Pentax Efina to produce extra detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop images more aggressively. The more aged TRYX will be behind in sensor tech.

Casio TRYX vs Pentax Efina sensor size comparison

Casio TRYX vs Pentax Efina Screen and ViewFinder

Casio TRYX vs Pentax Efina Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Casio TRYX as a Portrait photography camera
Pentax Efina as a Portrait photography camera
21
focusing manually not possible
lack of manual exposure
no external flash support
MP count low (12MP)
sensor is small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
34
sensor resolution is decent (14MP)
includes face detection focus
lack of manual focus
lack of manual mode
external flash not possible
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
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Street Comparison

Casio TRYX Street photography info
Pentax Efina Street photography info
59
fully articulated screen
no image stabilization
sensor is small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
64
built in image stabilization (Digital)
lighter than competition (91g)
no articulating screen
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
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Sports Comparison

Casio TRYX as a Sports photography camera
Pentax Efina as a Sports photography camera
18
focal length is fixed (21mm)
no shutter priority mode
no image stabilization
MP count low (12 megapixels)
sensor is small (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect autofocus
35
built in image stabilization (Digital)
sensor resolution is decent (14MP)
max shutter speed is low (1/1,400s)
no shutter priority
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Casio TRYX as a Travel photography camera
Pentax Efina as a Travel photography camera
56
selfie friendly display
doesn't have Time Lapse mode
MP count low (12 megapixels)
slow max aperture (f2.8)
69
lighter than competition (91 grams)
sensor resolution is decent (14 megapixels)
flash built-in
rather wide (26mm)
doesn't have Time Lapse mode
doesn't contain selfie friendly screen
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
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Landscape Comparison

Casio TRYX as a Landscape photography camera
Pentax Efina as a Landscape photography camera
28
pretty good screen size (3 inches)
focusing manually not possible
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
focal length is fixed (21mm)
slow max aperture (f2.8)
lack of manual exposure
no image stabilization
MP count low (12 megapixels)
sensor is small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
doesn't have Time Lapse mode
38
rather wide (26mm)
built in image stabilization (Digital)
sensor resolution is decent (14MP)
lack of manual focus
can't swap lenses (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
small screen (2.5")
lack of manual mode
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
doesn't have Time Lapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with Casio TRYX
Vlogging with Pentax Efina
62
selfie friendly display
video res high (1920 x 1080 pixels)
slow max aperture (f2.8)
no image stabilization
doesn't have mic socket
33
rather wide (26mm)
built in image stabilization (Digital)
includes face detection focus
lighter than competition (91 grams)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
doesn't contain selfie friendly screen
low quality video (1280 x 720 pxls)
doesn't have external mic jack
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Casio TRYX vs Pentax Efina Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Casio TRYX and Pentax Efina
 Casio Exilim TRYXPentax Efina
General Information
Make Casio Pentax
Model type Casio Exilim TRYX Pentax Efina
Class Ultracompact Ultracompact
Introduced 2011-01-05 2013-06-03
Body design Ultracompact Ultracompact
Sensor Information
Powered by Exilim Engine HS -
Sensor type BSI-CMOS 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 12MP 14MP
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 and 3:2 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Highest resolution 4000 x 3000 4288 x 3216
Highest native ISO 3200 1600
Lowest native ISO 100 80
RAW pictures
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Autofocus touch
Continuous autofocus
Single autofocus
Tracking autofocus
Autofocus selectice
Autofocus center weighted
Autofocus multi area
Live view autofocus
Face detection autofocus
Contract detection autofocus
Phase detection autofocus
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 21mm (1x) 26-130mm (5.0x)
Highest aperture f/2.8 f/3.5-6.3
Macro focusing range 8cm 20cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Screen type Fully Articulated Fixed Type
Screen size 3 inch 2.5 inch
Screen resolution 461k dot 230k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch function
Screen technology Super Clear TFT color LCD QVGA TFT LCD
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Lowest shutter speed 1/8 seconds 1/8 seconds
Highest shutter speed 1/4000 seconds 1/1400 seconds
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash distance no built-in flash 4.10 m
Flash modes no built-in flash Auto, Auto Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Forced Off
Hot shoe
AE bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Video resolutions 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 432 x 320 (30, 240 fps), 224 x 160 (480 fps) 1280 x 720, 640 x 480
Highest video resolution 1920x1080 1280x720
Video format MPEG-4 -
Mic 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 - 91g (0.20 lbs)
Physical dimensions 122 x 58 x 15mm (4.8" x 2.3" x 0.6") 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 photos
Battery format - Battery Pack
Battery ID - D-LI109
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 seconds, custom) Yes
Time lapse feature
Type of storage SD/SDHC/SDXC SC/SDHC, Internal
Storage slots One One
Pricing at launch $689 $10