Olympus E-300 vs Pentax W60

Here is a in-depth analysis of the Olympus E-300 versus Pentax W60, one being a Advanced DSLR and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Olympus and Pentax. The resolution of the E-300 (8MP) and the W60 (10MP) is very similar but the E-300 (Four Thirds) and W60 (1/2.3") possess totally different sensor sizing.

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The E-300 was announced 5 years earlier than the W60 and that is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras come with different body type with the Olympus E-300 being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Pentax W60 being a Compact camera.

Before we go through a comprehensive comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the E-300 scores versus the W60 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus E-300 and Pentax Optio W60. The whole galleries are available at Olympus E-300 Gallery and Pentax W60 Gallery.

If you are planning to carry your camera, you will need to consider its weight and size. The Olympus E-300 provides exterior dimensions of 147mm x 85mm x 64mm (5.8" x 3.3" x 2.5") and a weight of 624 grams (1.38 lbs) while 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).

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Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are working with during that time. Below is the front view measurements comparison of the E-300 vs the W60.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the E-300 and W60 is 67 and 94 respectively.

Sometimes, it is difficult to visualise the difference between sensor sizing just by reviewing technical specs. The photograph underneath might give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the E-300 and W60.

As you have seen, each of these cameras posses different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The E-300 with its larger sensor will make shooting shallow depth of field less difficult and the Pentax W60 will deliver more detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will enable you to crop pics somewhat more aggressively. The older E-300 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.