Pentax Efina vs Samsung PL120

Below, we will be reviewing the Pentax Efina and Samsung PL120, both Ultracompact digital cameras by competitors Pentax and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the Efina (14MP) and the PL120 (14MP) is relatively similar and they come with the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The Efina was released 2 years after the PL120 which is quite a serious gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before going through a complete comparison, below is a simple view of how the Efina grades vs the PL120 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Pentax Efina and Samsung PL120. The complete galleries are viewable at Pentax Efina Gallery and Samsung PL120 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to travel with your camera, you're going to have to factor in its weight and volume. The Pentax Efina has got outer dimensions of 87mm x 54mm x 21mm (3.4" x 2.1" x 0.8") and a weight of 91 grams (0.20 lbs) while the Samsung PL120 has sizing of 94mm x 54mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") along with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

Compare the Pentax Efina and Samsung PL120 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have chosen at the time. Here is the front view measurements comparison of the Efina against the PL120.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Efina and PL120 is 97 and 99 respectively.

More often than not, it is difficult to visualise the gap between sensor dimensions simply by going over specifications. The image underneath will help give you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the Efina and PL120.

Plainly, each of these cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the identical resolution and you should expect similar quality of photos though you might want to factor the production date of the products into consideration. The younger Efina is going to have a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.