Panasonic FZ200 vs Pentax Efina

In this article, we are looking at the Panasonic FZ200 vs Pentax Efina, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Ultracompact by competitors Panasonic and Pentax. The resolution of the FZ200 (12MP) and the Efina (14MP) is fairly close and they enjoy the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The FZ200 was introduced 10 months before the Efina so they are both of a similar age. Both cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic FZ200 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Pentax Efina being a Ultracompact camera.

Before delving through a detailed comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the FZ200 grades vs the Efina with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ200 & Pentax Efina. The whole galleries are viewable at Panasonic FZ200 Gallery & Pentax Efina Gallery.

If you are going to carry your camera frequently, you need to consider its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FZ200 has outer dimensions of 125mm x 87mm x 110mm (4.9" x 3.4" x 4.3") with a weight of 588 grams (1.30 lbs) while the Pentax Efina has measurements of 87mm x 54mm x 21mm (3.4" x 2.1" x 0.8") having a weight of 91 grams (0.20 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are utilising during that time. Following is the front view dimensions comparison of the FZ200 against the Efina.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the FZ200 and Efina is 65 and 97 respectively.

More often than not, it is very hard to picture the contrast in sensor sizing simply by researching a spec sheet. The visual here will give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the FZ200 and Efina.

Clearly, both of those cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but different megapixels. You can anticipate the Pentax Efina to result in extra detail using its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop photos far more aggressively. The older FZ200 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.