Nikon L24 vs Pentax W60

The following is a complete review of the Nikon L24 vs Pentax W60, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by competitors Nikon and Pentax. There is a sizeable difference among the image resolutions of the L24 (14MP) and W60 (10MP) but both cameras provide the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The L24 was manufactured 20 months after the W60 which makes them a generation away from each other. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving straight to a thorough comparison, here is a short summary of how the L24 scores against the W60 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix L24 and Pentax Optio W60. The entire galleries are available at Nikon L24 Gallery and Pentax W60 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to travel with your camera often, you'll have to consider its weight and size. The Nikon L24 features outside dimensions of 98mm x 61mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") having a weight of 182 grams (0.40 lbs) while the Pentax W60 has specifications of 98mm x 56mm x 25mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") and a weight of 165 grams (0.36 lbs).

Take a look at the Nikon L24 vs Pentax W60 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are working with at that moment. The following is a front view overall size comparison of the L24 vs the W60.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the L24 and W60 is 93 and 94 respectively.

Oftentimes, its tough to imagine the gap in sensor dimensions simply by going through technical specs. The image underneath might give you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the L24 and W60.

As you have seen, the 2 cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different resolution. You should count on the Nikon L24 to show more detail due to its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The younger L24 should have a benefit in sensor technology.