Nikon L21 vs Pentax W60

The following is a complete analysis of the Nikon L21 vs Pentax W60, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by competitors Nikon and Pentax. The resolution of the L21 (8MP) and the W60 (10MP) is relatively close and both cameras posses the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The L21 was introduced 8 months after the W60 which means that they are of a similar generation. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving into a in-depth comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the L21 scores against the W60 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix L21 and Pentax Optio W60. The whole galleries are viewable at Nikon L21 Gallery and Pentax W60 Gallery.

If you're planning to travel with your camera, you will want to factor in its weight and volume. The Nikon L21 has got outer dimensions of 92mm x 67mm x 28mm (3.6" x 2.6" x 1.1") along with a weight of 169 grams (0.37 lbs) and the Pentax W60 has sizing of 98mm x 56mm x 25mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") having a weight of 165 grams (0.36 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Here is a front view overall size comparison of the L21 against the W60.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the L21 and W60 is 93 and 94 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be hard to imagine the difference in sensor dimensions simply by researching technical specs. The image below should offer you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the L21 and W60.

As you can tell, both the cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different resolution. You should count on the Pentax W60 to render more detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The fresher L21 should have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.