Nikon A100 vs Pentax Efina

Let's look closer at the Nikon A100 vs Pentax Efina, both Ultracompact digital cameras by competitors Nikon and Pentax. There is a considerable difference between the resolutions of the A100 (20MP) and Efina (14MP) but they use the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The A100 was manufactured 2 years after the Efina which is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before delving straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a concise summation of how the A100 grades against the Efina in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix A100 & Pentax Efina. The entire galleries are viewable at Nikon A100 Gallery & Pentax Efina Gallery.

In case you're looking to travel with your camera, you'll have to consider its weight and proportions. The Nikon A100 provides exterior dimensions of 95mm x 59mm x 20mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.8") along with a weight of 119 grams (0.26 lbs) and the Pentax Efina has measurements of 87mm x 54mm x 21mm (3.4" x 2.1" x 0.8") having a weight of 91 grams (0.20 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you use at the time. Here is the front view dimension comparison of the A100 vs the Efina.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the A100 and Efina is 96 and 97 respectively.

Usually, it's tough to see the difference between sensor dimensions merely by reading technical specs. The picture below may offer you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the A100 and Efina.

As you can tell, both the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same resolution. You can expect to see the Nikon A100 to deliver extra detail due to its extra 6MP. Greater resolution will enable you to crop photos far more aggressively. The fresher A100 is going to have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.