Panasonic GF2 vs Pentax W60

Following is a in depth assessment of the Panasonic GF2 and Pentax W60, former is a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Panasonic and Pentax. The resolution of the GF2 (12MP) and the W60 (10MP) is relatively comparable but the GF2 (Four Thirds) and W60 (1/2.3") provide totally different sensor measurements.

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The GF2 was unveiled 21 months after the W60 which makes them a generation away from one another. Both cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic GF2 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Pentax W60 being a Compact camera.

Before we go straight to a thorough comparison, here is a brief view of how the GF2 grades against the W60 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF2 & Pentax Optio W60. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic GF2 Gallery & Pentax W60 Gallery.

In case you're going to carry around your camera regularly, you should think about its weight and measurements. The Panasonic GF2 comes with physical measurements of 113mm x 68mm x 33mm (4.4" x 2.7" x 1.3") having a weight of 310 grams (0.68 lbs) whilst the Pentax W60 has proportions of 98mm x 56mm x 25mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") having a weight of 165 grams (0.36 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you use at that moment. The following is a front view measurement comparison of the GF2 compared to the W60.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the GF2 and W60 is 88 and 94 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be hard to see the difference in sensor sizes purely by going through technical specs. The picture here will give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the GF2 and W60.

As you have seen, both of these cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The GF2 using its bigger sensor will make achieving shallower DOF easier and the Panasonic GF2 will provide extra detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The fresher GF2 will have an edge in sensor innovation.