Panasonic LS5 vs Pentax Efina

Here, we will be contrasting the Panasonic LS5 and Pentax Efina, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Ultracompact by brands Panasonic and Pentax. The image resolution of the LS5 (14MP) and the Efina (14MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras posses the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The LS5 was introduced 22 months before the Efina which makes them a generation away from one another. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic LS5 being a Compact camera and the Pentax Efina being a Ultracompact camera.

Before getting straight to a thorough comparison, here is a brief summation of how the LS5 grades vs the Efina in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-LS5 & Pentax Efina. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic LS5 Gallery & Pentax Efina Gallery.

If you are going to carry around your camera, you're going to have to factor its weight and measurements. The Panasonic LS5 enjoys outer measurements of 97mm x 62mm x 27mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.1") with a weight of 126 grams (0.28 lbs) and the Pentax Efina has proportions of 87mm x 54mm x 21mm (3.4" x 2.1" x 0.8") along with a weight of 91 grams (0.20 lbs).

Look at the Panasonic LS5 and Pentax Efina in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are employing at that time. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the LS5 against the Efina.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the LS5 and Efina is 94 and 97 respectively.

More often than not, it can be hard to see the difference in sensor sizes just by checking out a spec sheet. The pic here will give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the LS5 and Efina.

As you can see, each of the cameras feature the identical sensor size and the identical MP and you can expect comparable quality of files but you should always factor the age of the cameras into account. The more aged LS5 will be behind in sensor tech.