Panasonic FZ300 vs Pentax Efina

In this article, we will be comparing the Panasonic FZ300 and Pentax Efina, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Ultracompact by brands Panasonic and Pentax. The resolution of the FZ300 (12MP) and the Efina (14MP) is pretty close and they possess the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The FZ300 was launched 2 years after the Efina which is a fairly significant difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic FZ300 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Pentax Efina being a Ultracompact camera.

Before delving in to a in depth comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the FZ300 scores versus the Efina with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ300 & Pentax Efina. The complete galleries are available at Panasonic FZ300 Gallery & Pentax Efina Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to travel with your camera, you will need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic FZ300 has got outside measurements of 132mm x 92mm x 117mm (5.2" x 3.6" x 4.6") having a weight of 691 grams (1.52 lbs) whilst the Pentax Efina has dimensions of 87mm x 54mm x 21mm (3.4" x 2.1" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 91 grams (0.20 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you choose at that moment. Here is the front view proportions comparison of the FZ300 and the Efina.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the FZ300 and Efina is 59 and 97 respectively.

Often, it is difficult to envision the contrast in sensor dimensions just by looking through a spec sheet. The picture underneath will help provide you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the FZ300 and Efina.

Clearly, both of those cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same resolution. You can expect the Pentax Efina to render more detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop pictures a little more aggressively. The newer FZ300 is going to have an advantage in sensor technology.