Panasonic ZR3 vs Pentax W60

Below is a in-depth assessment of the Panasonic ZR3 and Pentax W60, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by manufacturers Panasonic and Pentax. There is a sizable difference between the image resolutions of the ZR3 (14MP) and W60 (10MP) but both cameras provide the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The ZR3 was released 7 months later than the W60 which means that they are both of a similar age. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before going right into a complete comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the ZR3 matches up versus the W60 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR3 & Pentax Optio W60. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic ZR3 Gallery & Pentax W60 Gallery.

If you're aiming to lug around your camera frequently, you should think about its weight and proportions. The Panasonic ZR3 has got exterior measurements of 98mm x 55mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 159 grams (0.35 lbs) whilst 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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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you select at that time. Below is a front view proportions comparison of the ZR3 and the W60.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the ZR3 and W60 is 94 and 94 respectively.

Usually, its tough to envision the difference between sensor measurements merely by checking technical specs. The visual below will offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the ZR3 and W60.

As you can tell, both of the cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same megapixels. You can expect the Panasonic ZR3 to resolve more detail as a result of its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will allow you to crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The more modern ZR3 is going to have an edge with regard to sensor tech.