Nikon P340 vs Pentax W60

Here, we will be evaluating the Nikon P340 versus Pentax W60, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by rivals Nikon and Pentax. The image resolution of the P340 (12MP) and the W60 (10MP) is relatively close but the P340 (1/1.7") and W60 (1/2.3") offer totally different sensor measurements.

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The P340 was announced 4 years later than the W60 and that is a fairly significant difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a short introduction of how the P340 scores vs the W60 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix P340 & Pentax Optio W60. The whole galleries are provided at Nikon P340 Gallery & Pentax W60 Gallery.

In case you're planning to carry your camera regularly, you're going to have to factor its weight and measurements. The Nikon P340 comes with external measurements of 103mm x 58mm x 32mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs) whilst the Pentax W60 has proportions of 98mm x 56mm x 25mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") with a weight of 165 grams (0.36 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you choose at that moment. The following is a front view dimensions comparison of the P340 vs the W60.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the P340 and W60 is 92 and 94 respectively.

More often than not, it is very difficult to see the gap in sensor sizing just by looking through a spec sheet. The photograph underneath will provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the P340 and W60.

Clearly, each of the cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The P340 with its bigger sensor will make achieving shallow DOF less difficult and the Nikon P340 will result in greater detail with its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The younger P340 is going to have an edge in sensor technology.