Nikon A900 vs Pentax W60

Below is a extended overview of the Nikon A900 versus Pentax W60, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Nikon and Pentax. There is a noticeable difference between the sensor resolutions of the A900 (20MP) and W60 (10MP) but they possess the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The A900 was released 6 years later than the W60 and that is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving straight into a full comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the A900 grades against the W60 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix A900 & Pentax Optio W60. The complete galleries are viewable at Nikon A900 Gallery & Pentax W60 Gallery.

In case you're intending to lug around your camera often, you will want to factor in its weight and size. The Nikon A900 features outside dimensions of 113mm x 67mm x 40mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.6") along with a weight of 289 grams (0.64 lbs) and the Pentax W60 has specifications of 98mm x 56mm x 25mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 165 grams (0.36 lbs).

Check out the Nikon A900 versus Pentax W60 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are working with at that time. Here is the front view sizing comparison of the A900 compared to the W60.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the A900 and W60 is 88 and 94 respectively.

In many cases, it can be difficult to visualise the contrast between sensor measurements merely by reviewing technical specs. The graphic underneath might give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the A900 and W60.

As you have seen, the 2 cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same resolution. You can expect to see the Nikon A900 to offer extra detail as a result of its extra 10 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also let you crop pics a little more aggressively. The more recent A900 will have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.