Canon A2100 IS vs Pentax W60
92 Imaging
34 Features
20 Overall
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94 Imaging
33 Features
21 Overall
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Canon A2100 IS vs Pentax W60 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 36-216mm (F3.2-5.9) lens
- 185g - 102 x 64 x 32mm
- Released February 2009
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 50 - 6400
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 165g - 98 x 56 x 25mm
- Launched July 2009

Canon A2100 IS vs Pentax W60 Overview
Following is a extended comparison of the Canon A2100 IS and Pentax W60, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by manufacturers Canon and Pentax. The image resolution of the A2100 IS (12MP) and the W60 (10MP) is very similar and they come with the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The A2100 IS was introduced 4 months earlier than the W60 and they are of a similar generation. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before delving in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the A2100 IS matches up versus the W60 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Canon A2100 IS vs Pentax W60 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot A2100 IS and Pentax Optio W60. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon A2100 IS Gallery and Pentax W60 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon A2100 IS over the Pentax W60
A2100 IS | W60 | |||
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Display dimension | 3" | ![]() | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.5") |
Reasons to pick Pentax W60 over the Canon A2100 IS
W60 | A2100 IS | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Very exact focus |
Common features in the Canon A2100 IS and Pentax W60
A2100 IS | W60 | |||
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Launched | February 2009 | ![]() | July 2009 | Similar generation |
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Exact same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Lacking Touch display |
Canon A2100 IS vs Pentax W60 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is looking to carry around your camera often, you're going to have to consider its weight and proportions. The Canon A2100 IS offers outside dimensions of 102mm x 64mm x 32mm (4.0" x 2.5" x 1.3") and a weight of 185 grams (0.41 lbs) whilst the Pentax W60 has measurements of 98mm x 56mm x 25mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 165 grams (0.36 lbs).
Compare the Canon A2100 IS and Pentax W60 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you select at that moment. Underneath is the front view sizing comparison of the A2100 IS and the W60.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the A2100 IS and W60 is 92 and 94 respectively.

Canon A2100 IS vs Pentax W60 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is very difficult to see the gap between sensor sizes purely by reviewing specifications. The image below might give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the A2100 IS and W60.
Plainly, the two cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but not the same megapixels. You should expect to see the Canon A2100 IS to offer greater detail using its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop images much more aggressively.

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Canon A2100 IS vs Pentax W60 Specifications
Canon PowerShot A2100 IS | Pentax Optio W60 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Canon | Pentax |
Model type | Canon PowerShot A2100 IS | Pentax Optio W60 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2009-02-18 | 2009-07-01 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 10 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 3648 x 2736 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 50 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 36-216mm (6.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.2-5.9 | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3 inch | 2.5 inch |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 15 seconds | 4 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1600 seconds | 1/1500 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0 frames/s | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.50 m | 3.90 m (Auto ISO) |
Flash options | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync, Off | Auto, On, Off, Soft, Red-eye reduction |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720, 15fps, 640 x 480, 320 x 240 30/15 fps |
Max video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | - |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 185g (0.41 pounds) | 165g (0.36 pounds) |
Dimensions | 102 x 64 x 32mm (4.0" x 2.5" x 1.3") | 98 x 56 x 25mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery ID | 2 x AA | D-LI78 |
Self timer | Yes (2, 10, Custom, Face) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/MMC/MMCplus/HD MMCplus | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail cost | $220 | $300 |