Panasonic ZS35 vs Pentax Efina

In this article, we are reviewing the Panasonic ZS35 and Pentax Efina, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Ultracompact by brands Panasonic and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the ZS35 (16MP) and the Efina (14MP) is fairly comparable and they enjoy the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The ZS35 was launched 8 months after the Efina which means that they are of a similar generation. The two cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic ZS35 being a Compact camera and the Pentax Efina being a Ultracompact camera.

Before getting through a full comparison, below is a simple summary of how the ZS35 matches up versus the Efina with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS35 and Pentax Efina. The complete galleries are provided at Panasonic ZS35 Gallery and Pentax Efina Gallery.

If you're going to carry around your camera regularly, you'll have to factor in its weight and size. The Panasonic ZS35 enjoys exterior measurements of 107mm x 62mm x 32mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 305 grams (0.67 lbs) whilst the Pentax Efina has specifications of 87mm x 54mm x 21mm (3.4" x 2.1" x 0.8") with a weight of 91 grams (0.20 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have at that moment. Here is the front view overall size comparison of the ZS35 vs the Efina.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the ZS35 and Efina is 89 and 97 respectively.

More often than not, it is very hard to visualise the contrast in sensor sizes just by seeing technical specs. The image here should give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the ZS35 and Efina.

As you can tell, both cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same resolution. You should anticipate the Panasonic ZS35 to produce extra detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop photos far more aggressively. The more modern ZS35 will have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.