Panasonic TS30 vs Pentax Efina

Let's look a little more in depth at the Panasonic TS30 versus Pentax Efina, one being a Waterproof and the other is a Ultracompact by companies Panasonic and Pentax. The image resolution of the TS30 (16MP) and the Efina (14MP) is very comparable and both cameras have the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The TS30 was brought out 20 months later than the Efina making them a generation apart from each other. The two cameras have different body design with the Panasonic TS30 being a Compact camera and the Pentax Efina being a Ultracompact camera.

Before we go into a in-depth comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the TS30 scores versus the Efina with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS30 and Pentax Efina. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic TS30 Gallery and Pentax Efina Gallery.

For those who are looking to lug around your camera often, you will want to consider its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic TS30 comes with physical dimensions of 104mm x 58mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") along with a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs) and the Pentax Efina has dimensions of 87mm x 54mm x 21mm (3.4" x 2.1" x 0.8") having a weight of 91 grams (0.20 lbs).

Check the Panasonic TS30 versus Pentax Efina in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are utilising at that time. Underneath is a front view measurements comparison of the TS30 against the Efina.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the TS30 and Efina is 95 and 97 respectively.

Generally, it can be hard to see the contrast in sensor measurements only by seeing specifications. The photograph underneath will help give you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the TS30 and Efina.

Plainly, both of those cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same resolution. You should expect to see the Panasonic TS30 to produce greater detail having its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop pics more aggressively. The more recent TS30 will have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.