Panasonic 3D1 vs Pentax W60
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Panasonic 3D1 vs Pentax W60 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-100mm (F3.9-5.7) lens
- 193g - 108 x 58 x 24mm
- Released November 2011
(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
- Announced July 2009
Panasonic 3D1 vs Pentax W60 Overview
In this write-up, we will be contrasting the Panasonic 3D1 vs Pentax W60, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by competitors Panasonic and Pentax. The image resolution of the 3D1 (12MP) and the W60 (10MP) is relatively well matched and they feature the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Apple Innovates by Creating Next-Level Optical Stabilization for iPhoneThe 3D1 was launched 2 years later than the W60 and that is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before going straight into a thorough comparison, below is a brief overview of how the 3D1 matches up vs the W60 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Panasonic 3D1 vs Pentax W60 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-3D1 & Pentax Optio W60. The complete galleries are available at Panasonic 3D1 Gallery & Pentax W60 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic 3D1 over the Pentax W60
3D1 | W60 | |||
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Announced | November 2011 | July 2009 | More recent by 29 months | |
Screen sizing | 3.5" | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+1") | |
Screen resolution | 460k | 230k | Clearer screen (+230k dot) | |
Touch screen | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Pentax W60 over the Panasonic 3D1
W60 | 3D1 | |||
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Manually focus | Very exact focusing |
Common features in the Panasonic 3D1 and Pentax W60
3D1 | W60 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Absent selfie screen |
Panasonic 3D1 vs Pentax W60 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is intending to lug around your camera regularly, you'll need to consider its weight and measurements. The Panasonic 3D1 provides external measurements of 108mm x 58mm x 24mm (4.3" x 2.3" x 0.9") having a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs) while 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).
Analyze the Panasonic 3D1 vs Pentax W60 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you use during that time. Here is the front view proportions comparison of the 3D1 and the W60.
Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the 3D1 and W60 is 93 and 94 respectively.
Panasonic 3D1 vs Pentax W60 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it can be tough to picture the difference between sensor measurements merely by checking technical specs. The visual underneath might offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the 3D1 and W60.
As you can tell, both of those cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different resolution. You can count on the Panasonic 3D1 to give you greater detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop photographs far more aggressively. The more recent 3D1 should have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.
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Panasonic 3D1 vs Pentax W60 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-3D1 | Pentax Optio W60 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Panasonic | Pentax |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-3D1 | Pentax Optio W60 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2011-11-07 | 2009-07-01 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | 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 | 12 megapixels | 10 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 3648 x 2736 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 50 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | 23 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 25-100mm (4.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.9-5.7 | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focusing range | 5cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3.5 inches | 2.5 inches |
Resolution of display | 460k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Display tech | TFT Full Touch Screen with AR coating | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 60s | 4s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1300s | 1/1500s |
Continuous shooting speed | - | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.50 m | 3.90 m (Auto ISO) |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Soft, Red-eye reduction |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60, 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720, 15fps, 640 x 480, 320 x 240 30/15 fps |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, AVCHD, Motion JPEG | - |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
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 | 193 gr (0.43 lbs) | 165 gr (0.36 lbs) |
Dimensions | 108 x 58 x 24mm (4.3" x 2.3" x 0.9") | 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 | 200 photographs | - |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | - | D-LI78 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at launch | $670 | $300 |