Panasonic FH2 vs Pentax Efina

On this page, we are matching up the Panasonic FH2 versus Pentax Efina, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Ultracompact by brands Panasonic and Pentax. The resolution of the FH2 (14MP) and the Efina (14MP) is very similar and both cameras offer the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The FH2 was announced 3 years earlier than the Efina which is quite a serious gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Panasonic FH2 being a Compact camera and the Pentax Efina being a Ultracompact camera.

Before delving straight to a thorough comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the FH2 grades versus the Efina in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH2 and Pentax Efina. The whole galleries are viewable at Panasonic FH2 Gallery and Pentax Efina Gallery.

In case you're planning to travel with your camera, you'll need to consider its weight and size. The Panasonic FH2 enjoys external measurements of 94mm x 54mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") with a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs) while the Pentax Efina has specifications of 87mm x 54mm x 21mm (3.4" x 2.1" x 0.8") having a weight of 91 grams (0.20 lbs).

Contrast the Panasonic FH2 versus Pentax Efina in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have at that moment. Here is a front view over all size comparison of the FH2 and the Efina.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the FH2 and Efina is 96 and 97 respectively.

Quite often, it is hard to envision the gap between sensor dimensions just by reading technical specs. The picture underneath might provide you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the FH2 and Efina.

As you have seen, both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the identical resolution therefore you should expect similar quality of images but you should really factor the release date of the products into consideration. The more aged FH2 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.