Nikon AW120 vs Pentax W60

In this write-up, we are contrasting the Nikon AW120 versus Pentax W60, one being a Waterproof and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Nikon and Pentax. There exists a sizeable gap between the sensor resolutions of the AW120 (16MP) and W60 (10MP) but they come with the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The AW120 was released 4 years later than the W60 and that is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving through a in depth comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the AW120 grades versus the W60 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix AW120 and Pentax Optio W60. The complete galleries are provided at Nikon AW120 Gallery and Pentax W60 Gallery.

If you're intending to carry your camera regularly, you will want to think about its weight and measurements. The Nikon AW120 comes with exterior measurements of 110mm x 66mm x 26mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.0") with a weight of 213 grams (0.47 lbs) while 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).

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Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have at that moment. The following is the front view overall size comparison of the AW120 against the W60.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the AW120 and W60 is 92 and 94 respectively.

Typically, it is hard to envision the difference between sensor sizing only by looking at a spec sheet. The graphic below will help provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the AW120 and W60.

As you can see, both of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same MP. You should anticipate the Nikon AW120 to give extra detail as a result of its extra 6MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop images a little more aggressively. The younger AW120 will have an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.