Panasonic GF6 vs Pentax W60

In this write-up, we are evaluating the Panasonic GF6 vs Pentax W60, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Panasonic and Pentax. There is a huge difference between the sensor resolutions of the GF6 (16MP) and W60 (10MP) and the GF6 (Four Thirds) and W60 (1/2.3") enjoy different sensor size.

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The GF6 was introduced 3 years after the W60 which is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic GF6 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Pentax W60 being a Compact camera.

Before we go straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the GF6 matches up against the W60 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF6 and Pentax Optio W60. The whole galleries are provided at Panasonic GF6 Gallery and Pentax W60 Gallery.

For those who are looking to carry around your camera often, you'll need to take into account its weight and volume. The Panasonic GF6 has outside measurements of 111mm x 65mm x 38mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.5") with a weight of 323 grams (0.71 lbs) while the Pentax W60 has sizing of 98mm x 56mm x 25mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") and a weight of 165 grams (0.36 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic GF6 vs Pentax W60 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you choose at that moment. Below is the front view dimension comparison of the GF6 and the W60.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the GF6 and W60 is 87 and 94 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be hard to imagine the difference between sensor sizes simply by looking at technical specs. The picture underneath might give you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the GF6 and W60.

As you have seen, both cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The GF6 having a larger sensor is going to make getting shallow DOF easier and the Panasonic GF6 will give more detail using its extra 6MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop images a little more aggressively. The more modern GF6 should have a benefit in sensor tech.