Panasonic FX78 vs Pentax W60
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Panasonic FX78 vs Pentax W60 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-120mm (F2.5-5.9) lens
- 142g - 100 x 55 x 21mm
- Introduced January 2011
- Alternative Name is Lumix DMC-FX77
(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
- Launched July 2009
Panasonic FX78 vs Pentax W60 Overview
Let's look more closely at the Panasonic FX78 versus Pentax W60, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by rivals Panasonic and Pentax. The resolution of the FX78 (12MP) and the W60 (10MP) is fairly similar and they possess the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe FX78 was unveiled 20 months later than the W60 making the cameras a generation apart from one another. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before delving in to a in depth comparison, below is a brief view of how the FX78 matches up versus the W60 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Panasonic FX78 vs Pentax W60 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX78 & Pentax Optio W60. The full galleries are available at Panasonic FX78 Gallery & Pentax W60 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FX78 over the Pentax W60
FX78 | W60 | |||
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Launched | January 2011 | July 2009 | Fresher by 20 months | |
Display sizing | 3.5" | 2.5" | Larger display (+1") | |
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Pentax W60 over the Panasonic FX78
W60 | FX78 | |||
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Manually focus | More accurate focus |
Common features in the Panasonic FX78 and Pentax W60
FX78 | W60 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display resolution | 230k | 230k | Exact same display resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither comes with selfie screen |
Panasonic FX78 vs Pentax W60 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is going to carry your camera frequently, you will want to consider its weight and volume. The Panasonic FX78 comes with external measurements of 100mm x 55mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") and a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs) and 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).
Examine the Panasonic FX78 versus Pentax W60 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you have chosen at that moment. The following is the front view physical size comparison of the FX78 and the W60.
Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the FX78 and W60 is 95 and 94 respectively.
Panasonic FX78 vs Pentax W60 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it's difficult to visualize the gap between sensor sizing just by reading technical specs. The photograph underneath may offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the FX78 and W60.
As you have seen, both cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but different megapixels. You can anticipate the Panasonic FX78 to offer you extra detail having an extra 2MP. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop photos far more aggressively. The more recent FX78 should have an edge with regard to sensor tech.
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Panasonic FX78 vs Pentax W60 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX78 | Pentax Optio W60 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Panasonic | Pentax |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX78 | Pentax Optio W60 |
Also Known as | Lumix DMC-FX77 | - |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2011-01-25 | 2009-07-01 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Venus Engine FHD | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 10 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 3648 x 2736 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 50 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | 11 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-120mm (5.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/2.5-5.9 | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focus range | 5cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3.5 inches | 2.5 inches |
Screen resolution | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen technology | TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 60 seconds | 4 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/1400 seconds | 1/1500 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 4.0fps | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 5.60 m | 3.90 m (Auto ISO) |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Soft, Red-eye reduction |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 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 |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, AVCHD | - |
Mic 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 proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 142g (0.31 pounds) | 165g (0.36 pounds) |
Dimensions | 100 x 55 x 21mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") | 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 life | 200 images | - |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | - | 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 | 1 | 1 |
Cost at release | $210 | $300 |