Canon G11 vs Pentax W60

Let's look more closely at the Canon G11 versus Pentax W60, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by brands Canon and Pentax. The image resolution of the G11 (10MP) and the W60 (10MP) is fairly similar but the G11 (1/1.7") and W60 (1/2.3") enjoy different sensor dimensions.

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The G11 was introduced 6 months after the W60 which means that they are of a similar generation. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a quick summation of how the G11 grades against the W60 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot G11 and Pentax Optio W60. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon G11 Gallery and Pentax W60 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to travel with your camera frequently, you'll have to factor its weight and measurements. The Canon G11 features outer measurements of 112mm x 76mm x 48mm (4.4" x 3.0" x 1.9") and a weight of 375 grams (0.83 lbs) whilst the Pentax W60 has proportions of 98mm x 56mm x 25mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") along with a weight of 165 grams (0.36 lbs).

See the Canon G11 versus Pentax W60 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Underneath is the front view overall size comparison of the G11 and the W60.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the G11 and W60 is 83 and 94 respectively.

In many cases, its tough to visualize the difference between sensor dimensions only by reviewing technical specs. The pic below may give you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the G11 and W60.

As you can tell, both cameras offer the same exact resolution but different sensor dimensions. The G11 uses the larger sensor which is going to make getting bokeh simpler.