Panasonic ZS25 vs Pentax W60

Its time to look closer at the Panasonic ZS25 and Pentax W60, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Panasonic and Pentax. There exists a significant gap among the sensor resolutions of the ZS25 (16MP) and W60 (10MP) but they use the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The ZS25 was released 3 years after the W60 which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving in to a full comparison, below is a brief summation of how the ZS25 grades against the W60 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS25 and Pentax Optio W60. The complete galleries are provided at Panasonic ZS25 Gallery and Pentax W60 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you're going to have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic ZS25 provides outer measurements of 105mm x 59mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs) and the Pentax W60 has dimensions of 98mm x 56mm x 25mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") with a weight of 165 grams (0.36 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic ZS25 and Pentax W60 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have chosen at the time. Below is the front view size comparison of the ZS25 and the W60.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the ZS25 and W60 is 93 and 94 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be hard to picture the difference in sensor sizes merely by researching specs. The pic here should offer you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the ZS25 and W60.

All in all, the 2 cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different megapixels. You should count on the Panasonic ZS25 to provide you with extra detail as a result of its extra 6MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop photographs far more aggressively. The newer ZS25 provides a benefit in sensor technology.