Panasonic FP7 vs Pentax Efina

Lets look a bit more in depth at the Panasonic FP7 versus Pentax Efina, both Ultracompact cameras by competitors Panasonic and Pentax. The resolution of the FP7 (16MP) and the Efina (14MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras provide the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The FP7 was released 3 years earlier than the Efina and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before diving right into a in-depth comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the FP7 scores against the Efina in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP7 and Pentax Efina. The complete galleries are available at Panasonic FP7 Gallery and Pentax Efina Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to carry your camera frequently, you are going to need to factor in its weight and volume. The Panasonic FP7 features outer measurements of 101mm x 59mm x 18mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.7") and a weight of 147 grams (0.32 lbs) whilst 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).

Look at the Panasonic FP7 versus Pentax Efina in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you use at that moment. Underneath is a front view sizing comparison of the FP7 against the Efina.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the FP7 and Efina is 95 and 97 respectively.

Often, it can be tough to picture the gap in sensor sizing merely by seeing technical specs. The photograph here might provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the FP7 and Efina.

As you can tell, both of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different resolution. You should count on the Panasonic FP7 to show more detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop photographs a bit more aggressively. The older FP7 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.