Pentax Efina vs Sony NEX-3

The following is a complete overview of the Pentax Efina vs Sony NEX-3, one is a Ultracompact and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by rivals Pentax and Sony. The image resolution of the Efina (14MP) and the NEX-3 (14MP) is fairly similar but the Efina (1/2.3") and NEX-3 (APS-C) boast different sensor dimensions.

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The Efina was brought out 3 years after the NEX-3 which is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras have different body design with the Pentax Efina being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony NEX-3 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple overview of how the Efina grades vs the NEX-3 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Pentax Efina and Sony Alpha NEX-3. The entire galleries are available at Pentax Efina Gallery and Sony NEX-3 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to travel with your camera often, you will want to take into account its weight and measurements. The Pentax Efina has outside dimensions of 87mm x 54mm x 21mm (3.4" x 2.1" x 0.8") along with a weight of 91 grams (0.20 lbs) whilst the Sony NEX-3 has proportions of 117mm x 62mm x 33mm (4.6" x 2.4" x 1.3") having a weight of 297 grams (0.65 lbs).

Examine the Pentax Efina vs Sony NEX-3 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are working with during that time. Underneath is a front view proportions comparison of the Efina against the NEX-3.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Efina and NEX-3 is 97 and 89 respectively.

Typically, it is very difficult to picture the contrast between sensor dimensions simply by going over a spec sheet. The pic underneath should offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the Efina and NEX-3.

Clearly, the two cameras have the same megapixel count but different sensor dimensions. The Efina contains the tinier sensor which should make obtaining bokeh more difficult. The more modern Efina should have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.