Nikon S6400 vs Pentax Efina

Lets take a more detailed look at the Nikon S6400 and Pentax Efina, both Ultracompact cameras by rivals Nikon and Pentax. The image resolution of the S6400 (16MP) and the Efina (14MP) is fairly comparable and both cameras have the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The S6400 was announced 9 months before the Efina so they are of a similar age. The two cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before diving straight to a thorough comparison, here is a simple summation of how the S6400 grades against the Efina for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S6400 & Pentax Efina. The whole galleries are available at Nikon S6400 Gallery & Pentax Efina Gallery.

When you are looking to travel with your camera regularly, you will want to factor its weight and volume. The Nikon S6400 comes with outside measurements of 95mm x 58mm x 27mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 150 grams (0.33 lbs) while the Pentax Efina has sizing of 87mm x 54mm x 21mm (3.4" x 2.1" x 0.8") along with a weight of 91 grams (0.20 lbs).

Take a look at the Nikon S6400 and Pentax Efina in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are employing at the time. Here is a front view sizing comparison of the S6400 versus the Efina.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the S6400 and Efina is 94 and 97 respectively.

In many cases, it's difficult to picture the gap in sensor dimensions only by checking out technical specs. The image underneath may give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the S6400 and Efina.

As you can tell, the two cameras have the same sensor dimensions but different resolution. You can anticipate the Nikon S6400 to provide extra detail with its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop pics a bit more aggressively. The more aged S6400 will be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.