Panasonic FZ100 vs Pentax Efina

Following is a complete overview of the Panasonic FZ100 vs Pentax Efina, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Ultracompact by companies Panasonic and Pentax. The image resolution of the FZ100 (14MP) and the Efina (14MP) is relatively close and both cameras offer the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The FZ100 was announced 3 years prior to the Efina which is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic FZ100 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Pentax Efina being a Ultracompact camera.

Before delving right into a in-depth comparison, here is a quick overview of how the FZ100 matches up vs the Efina when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ100 & Pentax Efina. The whole galleries are provided at Panasonic FZ100 Gallery & Pentax Efina Gallery.

For those who are looking to carry around your camera regularly, you need to consider its weight and size. The Panasonic FZ100 has exterior measurements of 124mm x 82mm x 92mm (4.9" x 3.2" x 3.6") with a weight of 540 grams (1.19 lbs) while the Pentax Efina has specifications of 87mm x 54mm x 21mm (3.4" x 2.1" x 0.8") and a weight of 91 grams (0.20 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have attached at the time. Below is a front view scale comparison of the FZ100 vs the Efina.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the FZ100 and Efina is 67 and 97 respectively.

Normally, its tough to imagine the gap in sensor sizes just by viewing a spec sheet. The picture here will provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the FZ100 and Efina.

Clearly, the two cameras feature the identical sensor size and the identical MP so you can expect comparable quality of images but you need to factor the age of the cameras into account. The more aged FZ100 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.