Panasonic LX7 vs Pentax W60
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Panasonic LX7 vs Pentax W60 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/1.7" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400 (Expand to 12800)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-90mm (F1.4-2.3) lens
- 298g - 111 x 68 x 46mm
- Revealed October 2012
- Earlier Model is Panasonic LX5
- Replacement is Panasonic LX10
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 50 - 6400
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 165g - 98 x 56 x 25mm
- Introduced July 2009
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In this article, we will be evaluating the Panasonic LX7 and Pentax W60, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by manufacturers Panasonic and Pentax. The image resolution of the LX7 (10MP) and the W60 (10MP) is pretty comparable but the LX7 (1/1.7") and W60 (1/2.3") possess different sensor sizing.
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe LX7 was revealed 3 years later than the W60 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before going straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a quick summation of how the LX7 matches up versus the W60 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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Reasons to pick Panasonic LX7 over the Pentax W60
| LX7 | W60 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Introduced | October 2012 |  | July 2009 | More recent by 41 months |
| Screen sizing | 3" |  | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.5") |
| Screen resolution | 920k |  | 230k | Clearer screen (+690k dot) |
Reasons to pick Pentax W60 over the Panasonic LX7
| W60 | LX7 |
|---|
Common features in the Panasonic LX7 and Pentax W60
| LX7 | W60 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manual focus |  | More exact focus | ||
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Selfie screen |  | Missing selfie screen | ||
| Touch friendly screen |  | Missing Touch friendly screen |
Panasonic LX7 vs Pentax W60 Physical Comparison
In case you're intending to lug around your camera frequently, you'll have to take into account its weight and size. The Panasonic LX7 has physical dimensions of 111mm x 68mm x 46mm (4.4" x 2.7" x 1.8") along with a weight of 298 grams (0.66 lbs) while the Pentax W60 has specifications 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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Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are using during that time. Following is the front view proportions comparison of the LX7 compared to the W60.
Using size and weight, the portability score of the LX7 and W60 is 86 and 94 respectively.
Panasonic LX7 vs Pentax W60 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, its tough to visualize the difference in sensor measurements only by checking out specs. The visual underneath will help offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the LX7 and W60.
All in all, the two cameras enjoy the same exact resolution albeit different sensor measurements. The LX7 uses the bigger sensor which will make achieving shallow DOF easier. The newer LX7 provides an edge with regard to sensor technology.
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Panasonic LX7 vs Pentax W60 Specifications
| Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX7 | Pentax Optio W60 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand | Panasonic | Pentax |
| Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX7 | Pentax Optio W60 |
| Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
| Revealed | 2012-10-15 | 2009-07-01 |
| Body design | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Powered by | Venus Engine | - |
| Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
| Sensor size | 1/1.7" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor dimensions | 7.44 x 5.58mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
| Sensor area | 41.5mm² | 27.7mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 10 megapixels | 10 megapixels |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
| Max resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 3648 x 2736 |
| Max native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
| Max enhanced ISO | 12800 | - |
| Min native ISO | 80 | 50 |
| RAW photos | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Autofocus touch | ||
| Autofocus continuous | ||
| Single autofocus | ||
| Tracking autofocus | ||
| Selective autofocus | ||
| Autofocus center weighted | ||
| Multi area autofocus | ||
| Autofocus live view | ||
| Face detect autofocus | ||
| Contract detect autofocus | ||
| Phase detect autofocus | ||
| Total focus points | 23 | 9 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 24-90mm (3.8x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
| Max aperture | f/1.4-2.3 | f/3.5-5.5 |
| Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 1cm |
| Crop factor | 4.8 | 5.9 |
| Screen | ||
| Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display diagonal | 3 inch | 2.5 inch |
| Display resolution | 920k dot | 230k dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch operation | ||
| Display technology | TFT Color LCD | - |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | Electronic (optional) | None |
| Features | ||
| Min shutter speed | 60 seconds | 4 seconds |
| Max shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/1500 seconds |
| Continuous shutter speed | 11.0 frames/s | 1.0 frames/s |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manually set exposure | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
| Set white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Inbuilt flash | ||
| Flash distance | 8.50 m | 3.90 m (Auto ISO) |
| Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Soft, Red-eye reduction |
| Hot shoe | ||
| Auto exposure bracketing | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment exposure | ||
| Average exposure | ||
| Spot exposure | ||
| Partial exposure | ||
| AF area exposure | ||
| Center weighted exposure | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60, 50, 30, 25 fps), 1280 x 720p (60, 50, 30, 25 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 25 fps) | 1280 x 720, 15fps, 640 x 480, 320 x 240 30/15 fps |
| Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
| Video format | MPEG-4, AVCHD | - |
| Mic input | ||
| Headphone input | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | None |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environment seal | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 298g (0.66 lb) | 165g (0.36 lb) |
| Dimensions | 111 x 68 x 46mm (4.4" x 2.7" x 1.8") | 98 x 56 x 25mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall rating | 50 | not tested |
| DXO Color Depth rating | 20.7 | not tested |
| DXO Dynamic range rating | 11.7 | not tested |
| DXO Low light rating | 147 | not tested |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | 330 shots | - |
| Type of battery | Battery Pack | - |
| Battery ID | - | D-LI78 |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10 sec (3 images)) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
| Time lapse shooting | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
| Storage slots | Single | Single |
| Pricing at release | $400 | $300 |