Panasonic G2 vs Pentax Efina

Below is a detailed analysis of the Panasonic G2 and Pentax Efina, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Ultracompact by companies Panasonic and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the G2 (12MP) and the Efina (14MP) is fairly close but the G2 (Four Thirds) and Efina (1/2.3") offer different sensor sizing.

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The G2 was announced 3 years prior to the Efina and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic G2 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Pentax Efina being a Ultracompact camera.

Before delving right into a more detailed comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the G2 scores vs the Efina in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-G2 and Pentax Efina. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic G2 Gallery and Pentax Efina Gallery.

When you are planning to lug around your camera often, you have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Panasonic G2 has got outer dimensions of 124mm x 84mm x 74mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 2.9") along with a weight of 428 grams (0.94 lbs) and the Pentax Efina has proportions of 87mm x 54mm x 21mm (3.4" x 2.1" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 91 grams (0.20 lbs).

Examine the Panasonic G2 and Pentax Efina in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you choose at that time. Below is a front view measurements comparison of the G2 vs the Efina.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the G2 and Efina is 72 and 97 respectively.

Usually, it is tough to picture the contrast in sensor measurements just by viewing specifications. The photograph here might give you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the G2 and Efina.

Plainly, both cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The G2 using its larger sensor is going to make achieving shallower depth of field less difficult and the Pentax Efina will provide you with extra detail with its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will enable you to crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The older G2 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.