Panasonic FZ300 vs Pentax W60

Lets take a more detailed look at the Panasonic FZ300 and Pentax W60, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Panasonic and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the FZ300 (12MP) and the W60 (10MP) is pretty similar and they possess the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The FZ300 was revealed 6 years later than the W60 and that is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic FZ300 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Pentax W60 being a Compact camera.

Before we go in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a simple summary of how the FZ300 matches up versus the W60 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ300 & Pentax Optio W60. The full galleries are provided at Panasonic FZ300 Gallery & Pentax W60 Gallery.

For those who are planning to carry your camera frequently, you will need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic FZ300 provides outside measurements of 132mm x 92mm x 117mm (5.2" x 3.6" x 4.6") with a weight of 691 grams (1.52 lbs) while the Pentax W60 has dimensions of 98mm x 56mm x 25mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") with a weight of 165 grams (0.36 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have chosen at the time. Below is the front view over all size comparison of the FZ300 compared to the W60.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the FZ300 and W60 is 59 and 94 respectively.

Generally, it's difficult to visualize the gap between sensor sizing just by reviewing specifications. The photograph below will provide you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the FZ300 and W60.

Plainly, both of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different megapixels. You can expect the Panasonic FZ300 to offer you greater detail because of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop photographs a little more aggressively. The more recent FZ300 provides an edge when it comes to sensor tech.