Panasonic ZS15 vs Pentax Efina

Here is a comprehensive analysis of the Panasonic ZS15 vs Pentax Efina, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Ultracompact by manufacturers Panasonic and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the ZS15 (12MP) and the Efina (14MP) is very close and they enjoy the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The ZS15 was launched 11 months before the Efina and they are both of a similar generation. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic ZS15 being a Compact camera and the Pentax Efina being a Ultracompact camera.

Before getting straight into a detailed comparison, below is a simple overview of how the ZS15 scores versus the Efina with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS15 and Pentax Efina. The complete galleries are available at Panasonic ZS15 Gallery and Pentax Efina Gallery.

In case you're going to carry your camera, you are going to need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Panasonic ZS15 enjoys exterior measurements of 105mm x 58mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") with a weight of 208 grams (0.46 lbs) whilst the Pentax Efina has measurements 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, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are using at that time. Here is the front view dimension comparison of the ZS15 against the Efina.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the ZS15 and Efina is 92 and 97 respectively.

In many cases, it is very tough to visualize the contrast in sensor sizing just by looking through technical specs. The visual below may give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the ZS15 and Efina.

As you have seen, each of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but different resolution. You should expect to see the Pentax Efina to result in extra detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop photos a little more aggressively. The older ZS15 will be behind with regard to sensor technology.