Panasonic ZR1 vs Pentax W60
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Panasonic ZR1 vs Pentax W60 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-200mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 158g - 98 x 55 x 26mm
- Introduced July 2009
- Alternate Name is Lumix DMC-ZX1
(Full Review)
- 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
- Revealed July 2009
Panasonic ZR1 vs Pentax W60 Overview
Below is a in depth overview of the Panasonic ZR1 versus Pentax W60, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by companies Panasonic and Pentax. The image resolution of the ZR1 (12MP) and the W60 (10MP) is very comparable and both cameras posses the same sensor size (1/2.3").
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firmsThe ZR1 was introduced within a month of the W60 and they are both of a similar age. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before going into a step-by-step comparison, here is a brief summation of how the ZR1 scores vs the W60 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Panasonic ZR1 vs Pentax W60 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR1 & Pentax Optio W60. The whole galleries are viewable at Panasonic ZR1 Gallery & Pentax W60 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic ZR1 over the Pentax W60
ZR1 | W60 | |||
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Display dimensions | 2.7" | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.2") |
Reasons to pick Pentax W60 over the Panasonic ZR1
W60 | ZR1 | |||
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Focus manually | More accurate focus |
Common features in the Panasonic ZR1 and Pentax W60
ZR1 | W60 | |||
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Revealed | July 2009 | July 2009 | Same age | |
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display resolution | 230k | 230k | Equal display resolution | |
Selfie screen | Missing selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Missing Touch display |
Panasonic ZR1 vs Pentax W60 Physical Comparison
If you are planning to lug around your camera regularly, you will want to consider its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic ZR1 has exterior measurements of 98mm x 55mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") and a weight of 158 grams (0.35 lbs) whilst the Pentax W60 has dimensions of 98mm x 56mm x 25mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") and a weight of 165 grams (0.36 lbs).
Check the Panasonic ZR1 versus Pentax W60 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you use at that time. The following is a front view measurements comparison of the ZR1 versus the W60.
Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the ZR1 and W60 is 94 and 94 respectively.
Panasonic ZR1 vs Pentax W60 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is difficult to visualise the gap in sensor measurements only by checking out technical specs. The visual underneath might give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the ZR1 and W60.
As you can tell, the two cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same resolution. You can expect to see the Panasonic ZR1 to produce extra detail using its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop pics a bit more aggressively.
Panasonic ZR1 vs Pentax W60 Screen and ViewFinder
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Panasonic ZR1 vs Pentax W60 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR1 | Pentax Optio W60 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Panasonic | Pentax |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR1 | Pentax Optio W60 |
Also called | Lumix DMC-ZX1 | - |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2009-07-27 | 2009-07-01 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Venus Engine V | - |
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 | 12 megapixels | 10 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 3648 x 2736 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 50 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 11 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-200mm (8.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.3-5.9 | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focus distance | 3cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7 inches | 2.5 inches |
Resolution of display | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 60 seconds | 4 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1500 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 2.0 frames per sec | 1.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 5.10 m | 3.90 m (Auto ISO) |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Soft, Red-eye reduction |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (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 port | ||
Headphone port | ||
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 sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 158 gr (0.35 pounds) | 165 gr (0.36 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 98 x 55 x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") | 98 x 56 x 25mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery model | - | D-LI78 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at launch | $280 | $300 |