Nikon L20 vs Pentax W60

In this write-up, we are contrasting the Nikon L20 and Pentax W60, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by companies Nikon and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the L20 (10MP) and the W60 (10MP) is fairly well matched and they enjoy the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The L20 was launched 4 months prior to the W60 and they are of a similar age. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go in to a complete comparison, below is a short overview of how the L20 grades vs the W60 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix L20 & Pentax Optio W60. The complete galleries are viewable at Nikon L20 Gallery & Pentax W60 Gallery.

In case you're intending to travel with your camera regularly, you will need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Nikon L20 has exterior dimensions of 97mm x 61mm x 29mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.1") and a weight of 135 grams (0.30 lbs) while the Pentax W60 has dimensions of 98mm x 56mm x 25mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 165 grams (0.36 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you have attached at that moment. The following is the front view physical size comparison of the L20 versus the W60.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the L20 and W60 is 94 and 94 respectively.

Typically, it can be hard to envision the gap between sensor dimensions just by checking technical specs. The pic here will help give you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the L20 and W60.

As you have seen, both of those cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the identical resolution and you can expect similar quality of images though you will need to take the age of the products into consideration.