Panasonic S2 vs Pentax W60

Let's look a bit more closely at the Panasonic S2 vs Pentax W60, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by competitors Panasonic and Pentax. There exists a large gap between the image resolutions of the S2 (14MP) and W60 (10MP) but both cameras offer the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The S2 was brought out 2 years after the W60 which is quite a serious difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go right into a full comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the S2 scores versus the W60 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-S2 & Pentax Optio W60. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic S2 Gallery & Pentax W60 Gallery.

If you're aiming to travel with your camera regularly, you have to take into account its weight and volume. The Panasonic S2 features external measurements of 98mm x 57mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") and a weight of 112 grams (0.25 lbs) while the Pentax W60 has sizing of 98mm x 56mm x 25mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") along with a weight of 165 grams (0.36 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic S2 vs Pentax W60 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are utilising at the time. Following is a front view scale comparison of the S2 and the W60.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S2 and W60 is 96 and 94 respectively.

Typically, it is tough to envision the gap between sensor dimensions purely by checking technical specs. The picture underneath might offer you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the S2 and W60.

As you can tell, both of the cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same megapixels. You can count on the Panasonic S2 to give you greater detail having its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The newer S2 is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.