Canon SX150 IS vs Pentax W60

Here, we will be evaluating the Canon SX150 IS versus Pentax W60, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Canon and Pentax. There is a significant difference among the sensor resolutions of the SX150 IS (14MP) and W60 (10MP) but both cameras have the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SX150 IS was released 2 years later than the W60 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the SX150 IS grades vs the W60 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX150 IS and Pentax Optio W60. The complete galleries are available at Canon SX150 IS Gallery and Pentax W60 Gallery.

For anyone who is going to lug around your camera frequently, you will want to factor its weight and size. The Canon SX150 IS offers outer dimensions of 113mm x 73mm x 46mm (4.4" x 2.9" x 1.8") along with a weight of 306 grams (0.67 lbs) whilst the Pentax W60 has specifications of 98mm x 56mm x 25mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") along with a weight of 165 grams (0.36 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon SX150 IS versus Pentax W60 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have at that moment. The following is a front view overall size comparison of the SX150 IS and the W60.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the SX150 IS and W60 is 86 and 94 respectively.

In many cases, it is very difficult to envision the contrast in sensor measurements merely by looking through specs. The graphic underneath should offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the SX150 IS and W60.

As you can plainly see, both of these cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same megapixels. You should count on the Canon SX150 IS to render more detail as a result of its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop pictures way more aggressively. The more modern SX150 IS will have an advantage in sensor tech.