Nikon S30 vs Pentax W60

In this write-up, we will be analyzing the Nikon S30 vs Pentax W60, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Pentax. The resolution of the S30 (10MP) and the W60 (10MP) is pretty similar but the S30 (1/3") and W60 (1/2.3") come with different sensor sizes.

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The S30 was unveiled 2 years later than the W60 and that is quite a big difference as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting straight into a in depth comparison, below is a quick view of how the S30 scores against the W60 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix S30 & Pentax Optio W60. The full galleries are viewable at Nikon S30 Gallery & Pentax W60 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to lug around your camera often, you are going to need to consider its weight and size. The Nikon S30 provides external dimensions of 102mm x 65mm x 40mm (4.0" x 2.6" x 1.6") and a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs) and the Pentax W60 has specifications 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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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you select at that moment. Following is the front view physical size comparison of the S30 vs the W60.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S30 and W60 is 90 and 94 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be hard to picture the gap between sensor measurements purely by reading specifications. The graphic below may give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the S30 and W60.

Plainly, both of those cameras enjoy the same exact megapixels albeit different sensor measurements. The S30 includes the tinier sensor which will make achieving bokeh tougher. The fresher S30 provides an edge with regard to sensor innovation.