Olympus VH-410 vs Pentax W60

In this write-up, we are evaluating the Olympus VH-410 and Pentax W60, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by companies Olympus and Pentax. There is a sizable difference between the resolutions of the VH-410 (16MP) and W60 (10MP) but they feature the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The VH-410 was brought out 3 years later than the W60 and that is quite a significant difference as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a short summary of how the VH-410 grades vs the W60 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus VH-410 & Pentax Optio W60. The entire galleries are provided at Olympus VH-410 Gallery & Pentax W60 Gallery.

When you are planning to lug around your camera often, you'll have to consider its weight and proportions. The Olympus VH-410 features outside measurements of 102mm x 60mm x 21mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.8") with a weight of 152 grams (0.34 lbs) while the Pentax W60 has measurements 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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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are using at that moment. Following is the front view dimensions comparison of the VH-410 compared to the W60.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the VH-410 and W60 is 95 and 94 respectively.

In many cases, it is difficult to envision the difference between sensor measurements simply by reading through specs. The visual here should give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the VH-410 and W60.

All in all, each of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same resolution. You can anticipate the Olympus VH-410 to resolve greater detail having its extra 6MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop images far more aggressively. The more modern VH-410 will have an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.