Nikon S02 vs Pentax Efina

Its time to look more closely at the Nikon S02 vs Pentax Efina, both Ultracompact digital cameras by rivals Nikon and Pentax. The image resolution of the S02 (13MP) and the Efina (14MP) is very similar but the S02 (1/3") and Efina (1/2.3") provide totally different sensor sizes.

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The S02 was brought out 4 months later than the Efina so they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before delving into a complete comparison, here is a quick summary of how the S02 matches up versus the Efina in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix S02 and Pentax Efina. The entire galleries are viewable at Nikon S02 Gallery and Pentax Efina Gallery.

In case you're intending to lug around your camera frequently, you need to think about its weight and proportions. The Nikon S02 offers physical measurements of 77mm x 51mm x 18mm (3.0" x 2.0" x 0.7") along with a weight of 100 grams (0.22 lbs) and the Pentax Efina has measurements of 87mm x 54mm x 21mm (3.4" x 2.1" x 0.8") and a weight of 91 grams (0.20 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Following is a front view proportions comparison of the S02 and the Efina.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the S02 and Efina is 97 and 97 respectively.

Normally, its tough to envision the difference between sensor measurements merely by going over technical specs. The photograph underneath should offer you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the S02 and Efina.

As you have seen, each of these cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The S02 because of its tinier sensor will make achieving shallow DOF harder and the Pentax Efina will offer greater detail having its extra 1 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop photos a bit more aggressively.