Panasonic XS1 vs Pentax W60
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Panasonic XS1 vs Pentax W60 Key Specs
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- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-120mm (F2.8-6.9) lens
- 103g - 94 x 54 x 14mm
- Introduced January 2013
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- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 50 - 6400
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 165g - 98 x 56 x 25mm
- Launched July 2009
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In this write-up, we are contrasting the Panasonic XS1 versus Pentax W60, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by competitors Panasonic and Pentax. There is a sizeable difference between the resolutions of the XS1 (16MP) and W60 (10MP) but they enjoy the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Photography GlossaryThe XS1 was released 3 years later than the W60 and that is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before going through a step-by-step comparison, below is a brief summation of how the XS1 matches up against the W60 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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Reasons to pick Panasonic XS1 over the Pentax W60
| XS1 | W60 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launched | January 2013 |  | July 2009 | More recent by 43 months |
| Display sizing | 2.7" |  | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.2") |
Reasons to pick Pentax W60 over the Panasonic XS1
| W60 | XS1 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manual focus |  | Dial accurate focusing |
Common features in the Panasonic XS1 and Pentax W60
| XS1 | W60 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Display resolution | 230k |  | 230k | Same display resolution |
| Selfie screen |  | Absent selfie screen | ||
| Touch friendly display |  | Neither includes Touch friendly display |
Panasonic XS1 vs Pentax W60 Physical Comparison
When you are looking to lug around your camera, you need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Panasonic XS1 features exterior dimensions of 94mm x 54mm x 14mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.6") and a weight of 103 grams (0.23 lbs) and the Pentax W60 has measurements of 98mm x 56mm x 25mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") with a weight of 165 grams (0.36 lbs).
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Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are using during that time. Underneath is the front view overall size comparison of the XS1 vs the W60.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the XS1 and W60 is 97 and 94 respectively.
Panasonic XS1 vs Pentax W60 Sensor Comparison
Often, it is difficult to imagine the contrast between sensor measurements only by reading a spec sheet. The photograph below might provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the XS1 and W60.
As you can see, the 2 cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but different megapixels. You should anticipate the Panasonic XS1 to offer more detail as a result of its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop pics far more aggressively. The fresher XS1 should have an advantage in sensor innovation.
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Panasonic XS1 vs Pentax W60 Specifications
| Panasonic Lumix DMC-XS1 | Pentax Optio W60 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Make | Panasonic | Pentax |
| Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-XS1 | Pentax Optio W60 |
| Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
| Introduced | 2013-01-07 | 2009-07-01 |
| Body design | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
| Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 10 megapixels |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | - | 4:3 and 16:9 |
| Full resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 3648 x 2736 |
| Max native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
| Lowest native ISO | 100 | 50 |
| RAW data | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focusing | ||
| Touch to focus | ||
| Autofocus continuous | ||
| Autofocus single | ||
| Tracking autofocus | ||
| Selective autofocus | ||
| Autofocus center weighted | ||
| Multi area autofocus | ||
| Autofocus live view | ||
| Face detection autofocus | ||
| Contract detection autofocus | ||
| Phase detection autofocus | ||
| Total focus points | - | 9 |
| Cross type focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 24-120mm (5.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
| Largest aperture | f/2.8-6.9 | f/3.5-5.5 |
| Macro focusing distance | 5cm | 1cm |
| Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.9 |
| Screen | ||
| Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen diagonal | 2.7" | 2.5" |
| Resolution of screen | 230k dot | 230k dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch function | ||
| Screen tech | TFT LCD | - |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Slowest shutter speed | 60s | 4s |
| Maximum shutter speed | 1/1600s | 1/1500s |
| Continuous shooting speed | 1.0fps | 1.0fps |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manually set exposure | ||
| Set white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash distance | 4.40 m | 3.90 m (Auto ISO) |
| Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Soft, Red-eye reduction |
| External flash | ||
| Auto exposure bracketing | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment metering | ||
| Average metering | ||
| Spot metering | ||
| Partial metering | ||
| AF area metering | ||
| Center weighted metering | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720, 15fps, 640 x 480, 320 x 240 30/15 fps |
| Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
| Video file format | Motion JPEG | - |
| Microphone 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 | 103 grams (0.23 pounds) | 165 grams (0.36 pounds) |
| Dimensions | 94 x 54 x 14mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.6") | 98 x 56 x 25mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | 260 shots | - |
| Style of battery | Battery Pack | - |
| Battery ID | - | D-LI78 |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
| Time lapse recording | ||
| Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
| Storage slots | One | One |
| Cost at launch | $130 | $300 |