Pentax Efina vs Sony W560

Below is a thorough overview of the Pentax Efina vs Sony W560, both Ultracompact digital cameras by brands Pentax and Sony. The image resolution of the Efina (14MP) and the W560 (14MP) is fairly well matched and they enjoy the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The Efina was announced 2 years later than the W560 and that is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before diving in to a in depth comparison, below is a short view of how the Efina grades vs the W560 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Pentax Efina and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W560. The whole galleries are viewable at Pentax Efina Gallery and Sony W560 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to lug around your camera often, you're going to have to factor its weight and proportions. The Pentax Efina has physical measurements of 87mm x 54mm x 21mm (3.4" x 2.1" x 0.8") with a weight of 91 grams (0.20 lbs) and the Sony W560 has measurements of 94mm x 56mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") and a weight of 110 grams (0.24 lbs).

Compare the Pentax Efina vs Sony W560 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have attached at the time. The following is the front view overall size comparison of the Efina versus the W560.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Efina and W560 is 97 and 96 respectively.

Normally, it is very tough to envision the gap between sensor measurements simply by looking at specs. The visual underneath may give you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the Efina and W560.

All in all, both of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the identical resolution so you should expect similar quality of photos but you need to consider the release date of the products into consideration. The fresher Efina is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.