Panasonic G10 vs Pentax Efina

Lets examine more closely at the Panasonic G10 versus Pentax Efina, former is a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Ultracompact by rivals Panasonic and Pentax. The image resolution of the G10 (12MP) and the Efina (14MP) is pretty well matched but the G10 (Four Thirds) and Efina (1/2.3") possess different sensor dimensions.

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The G10 was released 3 years prior to the Efina which is quite a sizable difference as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic G10 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Pentax Efina being a Ultracompact camera.

Before we go in to a thorough comparison, below is a short highlight of how the G10 grades vs the Efina with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-G10 & Pentax Efina. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic G10 Gallery & Pentax Efina Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to carry around your camera often, you need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic G10 enjoys exterior measurements of 124mm x 90mm x 74mm (4.9" x 3.5" x 2.9") with a weight of 388 grams (0.86 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).

Analyze the Panasonic G10 versus Pentax Efina in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you choose during that time. The following is the front view proportions comparison of the G10 and the Efina.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the G10 and Efina is 72 and 97 respectively.

Sometimes, it's difficult to picture the gap between sensor sizes merely by looking at technical specs. The image underneath should provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the G10 and Efina.

As you can tell, both of those cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The G10 because of its bigger sensor is going to make shooting shallow depth of field easier and the Pentax Efina will resolve greater detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop photographs a little more aggressively. The more aged G10 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor tech.