Nikon S100 vs Pentax W60

Lets look a little more closely at the Nikon S100 versus Pentax W60, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by competitors Nikon and Pentax. There is a big difference between the image resolutions of the S100 (16MP) and W60 (10MP) but they use the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The S100 was brought out 2 years later than the W60 and that is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before going in to a in depth comparison, below is a short summary of how the S100 matches up versus the W60 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S100 and Pentax Optio W60. The entire galleries are available at Nikon S100 Gallery and Pentax W60 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to carry your camera regularly, you'll have to factor its weight and measurements. The Nikon S100 offers outer dimensions of 99mm x 65mm x 18mm (3.9" x 2.6" x 0.7") having a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs) and 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).

Take a look at the Nikon S100 versus Pentax W60 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Underneath is the front view proportions comparison of the S100 vs the W60.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the S100 and W60 is 94 and 94 respectively.

In many cases, its difficult to picture the contrast between sensor sizing just by going over specifications. The graphic below might offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the S100 and W60.

To sum up, each of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but different megapixels. You should anticipate the Nikon S100 to deliver extra detail having its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop pics a little more aggressively. The younger S100 provides an edge when it comes to sensor technology.