Panasonic FZ1000 vs Pentax W60

Below, we will be analyzing the Panasonic FZ1000 versus Pentax W60, former being a Large Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Panasonic and Pentax. There is a considerable difference between the image resolutions of the FZ1000 (20MP) and W60 (10MP) and the FZ1000 (1") and W60 (1/2.3") enjoy totally different sensor sizes.

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The FZ1000 was released 5 years later than the W60 and that is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic FZ1000 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Pentax W60 being a Compact camera.

Before getting in to a complete comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the FZ1000 grades versus the W60 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ1000 & Pentax Optio W60. The complete galleries are available at Panasonic FZ1000 Gallery & Pentax W60 Gallery.

If you're intending to carry your camera, you will have to factor in its weight and size. The Panasonic FZ1000 has got external measurements of 137mm x 99mm x 131mm (5.4" x 3.9" x 5.2") and a weight of 831 grams (1.83 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).

Examine the Panasonic FZ1000 versus Pentax W60 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are employing during that time. Here is the front view size comparison of the FZ1000 against the W60.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the FZ1000 and W60 is 55 and 94 respectively.

Often, it can be difficult to visualise the difference between sensor sizing purely by reviewing a spec sheet. The photograph underneath will help offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the FZ1000 and W60.

Clearly, the two cameras have got different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The FZ1000 featuring a bigger sensor will make getting shallow DOF simpler and the Panasonic FZ1000 will deliver extra detail as a result of its extra 10 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop photographs much more aggressively. The fresher FZ1000 is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.