Kodak M340 vs Pentax Efina

Here is a thorough review of the Kodak M340 vs Pentax Efina, both Ultracompact cameras by manufacturers Kodak and Pentax. There is a sizable difference among the sensor resolutions of the M340 (10MP) and Efina (14MP) but both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The M340 was revealed 5 years prior to the Efina and that is a fairly significant difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before getting right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple summary of how the M340 matches up vs the Efina in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Kodak EasyShare M340 & Pentax Efina. The full galleries are viewable at Kodak M340 Gallery & Pentax Efina Gallery.

In case you're aiming to carry your camera often, you should consider its weight and dimensions. The Kodak M340 has physical dimensions of 96mm x 59mm x 19mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.7") having a weight of 115 grams (0.25 lbs) while the Pentax Efina has dimensions of 87mm x 54mm x 21mm (3.4" x 2.1" x 0.8") with a weight of 91 grams (0.20 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are working with at that time. Below is a front view proportions comparison of the M340 vs the Efina.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the M340 and Efina is 96 and 97 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's hard to see the difference in sensor sizing only by researching a spec sheet. The graphic underneath may provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the M340 and Efina.

As you can see, each of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same MP. You can anticipate the Pentax Efina to render extra detail because of its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop images more aggressively. The older M340 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.