Nikon S6300 vs Pentax W60
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Nikon S6300 vs Pentax W60 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-250mm (F3.2-5.8) lens
- 160g - 94 x 58 x 26mm
- Introduced February 2012
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 50 - 6400
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 165g - 98 x 56 x 25mm
- Revealed July 2009

Nikon S6300 vs Pentax W60 Overview
In this write-up, we will be evaluating the Nikon S6300 and Pentax W60, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Pentax. There exists a substantial gap between the sensor resolutions of the S6300 (16MP) and W60 (10MP) but they possess the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

The S6300 was revealed 2 years later than the W60 and that is quite a big difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go in to a detailed comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the S6300 scores against the W60 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Nikon S6300 vs Pentax W60 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix S6300 & Pentax Optio W60. The full galleries are provided at Nikon S6300 Gallery & Pentax W60 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S6300 over the Pentax W60
S6300 | W60 | |||
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Revealed | February 2012 | ![]() | July 2009 | More recent by 32 months |
Screen sizing | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.2") |
Reasons to pick Pentax W60 over the Nikon S6300
W60 | S6300 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Dial exact focus |
Common features in the Nikon S6300 and Pentax W60
S6300 | W60 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Exact same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither has selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | No Touch screen |
Nikon S6300 vs Pentax W60 Physical Comparison
If you're looking to lug around your camera, you have to factor its weight and size. The Nikon S6300 has external dimensions of 94mm x 58mm x 26mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 1.0") having a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs) and 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 S6300 and Pentax W60 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you use during that time. The following is the front view proportions comparison of the S6300 compared to the W60.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S6300 and W60 is 94 and 94 respectively.

Nikon S6300 vs Pentax W60 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it is very difficult to see the gap between sensor measurements simply by reviewing specifications. The visual here might provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the S6300 and W60.
To sum up, both the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same MP. You can expect the Nikon S6300 to deliver greater detail because of its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop shots far more aggressively. The more recent S6300 is going to have an edge in sensor innovation.

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Nikon S6300 vs Pentax W60 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S6300 | Pentax Optio W60 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Nikon | Pentax |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix S6300 | Pentax Optio W60 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2012-02-01 | 2009-07-01 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 10 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 3648 x 2736 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 125 | 50 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 25-250mm (10.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.2-5.8 | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focusing distance | 10cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 2.7 inches | 2.5 inches |
Resolution of display | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Display tech | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30 secs | 4 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/8000 secs | 1/1500 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 6.0 frames/s | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 3.90 m (Auto ISO) |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow-sync | Auto, On, Off, Soft, Red-eye reduction |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30fps), 1280 x 720p (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) | 1280 x 720, 15fps, 640 x 480, 320 x 240 30/15 fps |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | - |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 160 gr (0.35 pounds) | 165 gr (0.36 pounds) |
Dimensions | 94 x 58 x 26mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 1.0") | 98 x 56 x 25mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 230 photographs | - |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | EN-EL12 | D-LI78 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Retail pricing | $200 | $300 |