Panasonic FX78 vs Pentax Efina

Here is a thorough overview of the Panasonic FX78 and Pentax Efina, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Ultracompact by rivals Panasonic and Pentax. The image resolution of the FX78 (12MP) and the Efina (14MP) is relatively comparable and they enjoy the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The FX78 was released 3 years before the Efina and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic FX78 being a Compact camera and the Pentax Efina being a Ultracompact camera.

Before getting in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a quick summary of how the FX78 scores against the Efina with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX78 and Pentax Efina. The complete galleries are available at Panasonic FX78 Gallery and Pentax Efina Gallery.

If you are planning to carry your camera regularly, you'll need to factor its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FX78 enjoys exterior measurements of 100mm x 55mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") having a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs) whilst the Pentax Efina has proportions of 87mm x 54mm x 21mm (3.4" x 2.1" x 0.8") with a weight of 91 grams (0.20 lbs).

See the Panasonic FX78 and Pentax Efina in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have attached at that moment. Here is the front view overall size comparison of the FX78 versus the Efina.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the FX78 and Efina is 95 and 97 respectively.

Quite often, it can be tough to see the difference in sensor sizing just by going through specifications. The visual underneath should provide you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the FX78 and Efina.

To sum up, both of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same MP. You should count on the Pentax Efina to show greater detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop photographs a little more aggressively. The older FX78 will be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.