Nikon Z5 vs Pentax W60

On this page, we will be reviewing the Nikon Z5 and Pentax W60, one being a Advanced Mirrorless and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Nikon and Pentax. There is a crucial difference among the image resolutions of the Z5 (24MP) and W60 (10MP) and the Z5 (Full frame) and W60 (1/2.3") posses totally different sensor measurements.

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The Z5 was introduced 11 years later than the W60 and that is a fairly serious gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Nikon Z5 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Pentax W60 being a Compact camera.

Before delving into a in depth comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the Z5 matches up against the W60 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Z5 and Pentax Optio W60. The whole galleries are available at Nikon Z5 Gallery and Pentax W60 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to carry your camera, you have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Nikon Z5 has outside dimensions of 134mm x 101mm x 70mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.8") and a weight of 675 grams (1.49 lbs) and the Pentax W60 has proportions of 98mm x 56mm x 25mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 165 grams (0.36 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you choose at that moment. Below is a front view measurements comparison of the Z5 and the W60.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the Z5 and W60 is 62 and 94 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very tough to visualise the contrast in sensor sizing just by seeing specs. The graphic here will help give you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the Z5 and W60.

As you can plainly see, both the cameras have different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The Z5 using its bigger sensor will make getting bokeh easier and the Nikon Z5 will provide more detail using its extra 14MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop photographs a bit more aggressively. The more recent Z5 will have an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.