Panasonic ZS20 vs Pentax W60

In this article, we will be reviewing the Panasonic ZS20 vs Pentax W60, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Panasonic and Pentax. There exists a huge gap among the sensor resolutions of the ZS20 (14MP) and W60 (10MP) but they come with the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The ZS20 was revealed 2 years after the W60 which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go through a full comparison, below is a brief summation of how the ZS20 scores versus the W60 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS20 and Pentax Optio W60. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic ZS20 Gallery and Pentax W60 Gallery.

If you're planning to carry around your camera frequently, you're going to have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic ZS20 has got outside measurements of 105mm x 59mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 206 grams (0.45 lbs) and the Pentax W60 has dimensions of 98mm x 56mm x 25mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 165 grams (0.36 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Following is the front view measurements comparison of the ZS20 against the W60.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the ZS20 and W60 is 92 and 94 respectively.

Normally, it's hard to picture the contrast in sensor sizes only by seeing specs. The picture below will offer you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the ZS20 and W60.

As you can plainly see, both of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different MP. You should count on the Panasonic ZS20 to provide extra detail because of its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will let you crop shots far more aggressively. The more recent ZS20 provides a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.