Panasonic FS15 vs Pentax Efina

Below is a comprehensive overview of the Panasonic FS15 versus Pentax Efina, both Ultracompact cameras by rivals Panasonic and Pentax. The resolution of the FS15 (12MP) and the Efina (14MP) is pretty close and both cameras offer the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The FS15 was released 5 years before the Efina and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before getting straight to a complete comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the FS15 grades versus the Efina when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS15 and Pentax Efina. The complete galleries are provided at Panasonic FS15 Gallery and Pentax Efina Gallery.

In case you're planning to lug around your camera often, you'll have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FS15 features external measurements of 97mm x 54mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.9") having a weight of 136 grams (0.30 lbs) and the Pentax Efina has proportions of 87mm x 54mm x 21mm (3.4" x 2.1" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 91 grams (0.20 lbs).

Look at the Panasonic FS15 versus Pentax Efina in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Following is a front view over all size comparison of the FS15 compared to the Efina.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the FS15 and Efina is 95 and 97 respectively.

Often, it can be hard to imagine the difference in sensor measurements only by looking through a spec sheet. The visual below should give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the FS15 and Efina.

As you can see, both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different MP. You should expect the Pentax Efina to provide you with extra detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop photographs more aggressively. The older FS15 will be behind in sensor technology.