Panasonic FZ28 vs Pentax Efina

Its time to look a bit more in depth at the Panasonic FZ28 and Pentax Efina, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Ultracompact by manufacturers Panasonic and Pentax. There is a big difference among the resolutions of the FZ28 (10MP) and Efina (14MP) but both cameras boast the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The FZ28 was announced 5 years earlier than the Efina which is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras have different body design with the Panasonic FZ28 being a Compact camera and the Pentax Efina being a Ultracompact camera.

Before getting straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the FZ28 matches up vs the Efina with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ28 and Pentax Efina. The whole galleries are viewable at Panasonic FZ28 Gallery and Pentax Efina Gallery.

When you are intending to carry around your camera, you'll have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FZ28 offers exterior measurements of 118mm x 75mm x 89mm (4.6" x 3.0" x 3.5") having a weight of 417 grams (0.92 lbs) and the Pentax Efina has proportions of 87mm x 54mm x 21mm (3.4" x 2.1" x 0.8") having a weight of 91 grams (0.20 lbs).

Compare the Panasonic FZ28 and Pentax Efina in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are employing at that time. The following is a front view measurement comparison of the FZ28 versus the Efina.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the FZ28 and Efina is 72 and 97 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very hard to picture the contrast in sensor sizes purely by going through technical specs. The pic here will give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the FZ28 and Efina.

As you have seen, both of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different megapixels. You should count on the Pentax Efina to produce greater detail with its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop shots more aggressively. The more aged FZ28 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.