Panasonic LF1 vs Pentax W60

Lets look a little more closely at the Panasonic LF1 vs Pentax W60, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by companies Panasonic and Pentax. The resolution of the LF1 (12MP) and the W60 (10MP) is very well matched but the LF1 (1/1.7") and W60 (1/2.3") possess different sensor sizing.

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The LF1 was launched 4 years after the W60 which is quite a big difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go in to a more detailed comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the LF1 scores versus the W60 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-LF1 & Pentax Optio W60. The complete galleries are available at Panasonic LF1 Gallery & Pentax W60 Gallery.

If you're planning to carry around your camera, you are going to need to consider its weight and proportions. The Panasonic LF1 has outside measurements of 103mm x 62mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 192 grams (0.42 lbs) whilst the Pentax W60 has measurements of 98mm x 56mm x 25mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") along with a weight of 165 grams (0.36 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are working with at that time. Here is the front view sizing comparison of the LF1 vs the W60.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the LF1 and W60 is 92 and 94 respectively.

Sometimes, it's hard to picture the difference between sensor sizes purely by looking at a spec sheet. The image below may offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the LF1 and W60.

As you can see, each of these cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The LF1 featuring a larger sensor is going to make shooting shallow depth of field easier and the Panasonic LF1 will give you greater detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop pics a little more aggressively. The fresher LF1 should have an edge in sensor tech.