Panasonic FX48 vs Pentax W60
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Panasonic FX48 vs Pentax W60 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200 (Bump to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 25-125mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 150g - 95 x 53 x 22mm
- Revealed January 2009
- Additionally referred to as Lumix DMC-FX40
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 50 - 6400
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 165g - 98 x 56 x 25mm
- Revealed July 2009
Body cameras now worn by bakery staff to deter stealing Panasonic FX48 vs Pentax W60 Overview
In this write-up, we are reviewing the Panasonic FX48 and Pentax W60, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by companies Panasonic and Pentax. The image resolution of the FX48 (12MP) and the W60 (10MP) is very similar and they enjoy the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe FX48 was brought out 5 months before the W60 so they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before getting straight into a thorough comparison, below is a short introduction of how the FX48 scores versus the W60 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Photography Glossary Panasonic FX48 vs Pentax W60 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX48 and Pentax Optio W60. The entire galleries are available at Panasonic FX48 Gallery and Pentax W60 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FX48 over the Pentax W60
| FX48 | W60 |
|---|
Reasons to pick Pentax W60 over the Panasonic FX48
| W60 | FX48 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Focus manually |  | Very precise focusing |
Common features in the Panasonic FX48 and Pentax W60
| FX48 | W60 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Revealed | January 2009 |  | July 2009 | Similar generation |
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Display sizing | 2.5" |  | 2.5" | Equivalent display measurement |
| Display resolution | 230k |  | 230k | Identical display resolution |
| Selfie screen |  | Lack of selfie screen | ||
| Touch friendly display |  | Lack of Touch friendly display |
Panasonic FX48 vs Pentax W60 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is going to carry your camera regularly, you'll have to factor its weight and volume. The Panasonic FX48 has outer dimensions of 95mm x 53mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.9") and a weight of 150 grams (0.33 lbs) while the Pentax W60 has sizing of 98mm x 56mm x 25mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") along with a weight of 165 grams (0.36 lbs).
Take a look at the Panasonic FX48 and Pentax W60 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Below is the front view measurements comparison of the FX48 and the W60.
Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the FX48 and W60 is 95 and 94 respectively.
Panasonic FX48 vs Pentax W60 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it's hard to see the contrast between sensor sizing simply by reading a spec sheet. The visual here will help provide you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the FX48 and W60.
As you can see, both of those cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same resolution. You should expect to see the Panasonic FX48 to offer you greater detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop photos a little more aggressively.
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Panasonic FX48 vs Pentax W60 Specifications
| Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX48 | Pentax Optio W60 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand | Panasonic | Pentax |
| Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX48 | Pentax Optio W60 |
| Other name | Lumix DMC-FX40 | - |
| Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
| Revealed | 2009-01-27 | 2009-07-01 |
| Physical type | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
| Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 10 megapixel |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
| Highest Possible resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 3648 x 2736 |
| Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
| Maximum enhanced ISO | 6400 | - |
| Min native ISO | 80 | 50 |
| RAW photos | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focus | ||
| Touch focus | ||
| Continuous AF | ||
| Single AF | ||
| Tracking AF | ||
| Selective AF | ||
| Center weighted AF | ||
| AF multi area | ||
| AF live view | ||
| Face detect AF | ||
| Contract detect AF | ||
| Phase detect AF | ||
| Number of focus points | 11 | 9 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 25-125mm (5.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
| Largest aperture | f/2.8-5.9 | f/3.5-5.5 |
| Macro focus range | 5cm | 1cm |
| Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.9 |
| Screen | ||
| Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display diagonal | 2.5 inch | 2.5 inch |
| Display resolution | 230k dots | 230k dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch friendly | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Minimum shutter speed | 60 seconds | 4 seconds |
| Fastest shutter speed | 1/3000 seconds | 1/1500 seconds |
| Continuous shutter rate | 2.0 frames/s | 1.0 frames/s |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual mode | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
| Custom WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated flash | ||
| Flash range | 6.00 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 | ||
| AEB | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment exposure | ||
| Average exposure | ||
| Spot exposure | ||
| Partial exposure | ||
| AF area exposure | ||
| Center weighted exposure | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720, 15fps, 640 x 480, 320 x 240 30/15 fps |
| Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
| Video data format | Motion JPEG | - |
| Microphone port | ||
| Headphone port | ||
| 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 sealing | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 150g (0.33 pounds) | 165g (0.36 pounds) |
| Dimensions | 95 x 53 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.9") | 98 x 56 x 25mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
| Other | ||
| Battery model | - | D-LI78 |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
| Time lapse shooting | ||
| Type of storage | SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
| Card slots | 1 | 1 |
| Retail price | $325 | $300 |
