Panasonic ZS3 vs Pentax W60
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Panasonic ZS3 vs Pentax W60 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-300mm (F3.3-4.9) lens
- 229g - 103 x 60 x 33mm
- Released May 2009
- Additionally referred to as Lumix DMC-TZ7
(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
- Launched July 2009
Panasonic ZS3 vs Pentax W60 Overview
Following is a detailed comparison of the Panasonic ZS3 versus Pentax W60, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Panasonic and Pentax. The image resolution of the ZS3 (10MP) and the W60 (10MP) is fairly comparable and both cameras boast the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe ZS3 was revealed within a month of the W60 which means that they are of a similar generation. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before going right into a complete comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the ZS3 grades versus the W60 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Panasonic ZS3 vs Pentax W60 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS3 and Pentax Optio W60. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic ZS3 Gallery and Pentax W60 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS3 over the Pentax W60
ZS3 | W60 | |||
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Display size | 3" | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.5") | |
Display resolution | 460k | 230k | Sharper display (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Pentax W60 over the Panasonic ZS3
W60 | ZS3 | |||
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Manually focus | Very accurate focus |
Common features in the Panasonic ZS3 and Pentax W60
ZS3 | W60 | |||
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Launched | May 2009 | July 2009 | Same generation | |
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Neither offers selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Neither offers Touch friendly display |
Panasonic ZS3 vs Pentax W60 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is planning to carry around your camera regularly, you need to factor its weight and proportions. The Panasonic ZS3 offers external dimensions of 103mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") and a weight of 229 grams (0.50 lbs) whilst the Pentax W60 has measurements of 98mm x 56mm x 25mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") and a weight of 165 grams (0.36 lbs).
Analyze the Panasonic ZS3 versus Pentax W60 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have chosen at that time. The following is a front view dimension comparison of the ZS3 and the W60.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the ZS3 and W60 is 91 and 94 respectively.
Panasonic ZS3 vs Pentax W60 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is very difficult to imagine the difference in sensor sizes merely by seeing specs. The pic underneath should give you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the ZS3 and W60.
As you can plainly see, both cameras feature the identical sensor size and the exact same MP therefore you should expect comparable quality of photos although you will need to consider the production date of the cameras into account.
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Panasonic ZS3 vs Pentax W60 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS3 | Pentax Optio W60 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Panasonic | Pentax |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS3 | Pentax Optio W60 |
Also called as | Lumix DMC-TZ7 | - |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2009-05-14 | 2009-07-01 |
Physical type | 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 | 10 megapixel | 10 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 3648 x 2736 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 50 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Number of focus points | 11 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-300mm (12.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.3-4.9 | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focus distance | 3cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3" | 2.5" |
Display resolution | 460k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
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 | 2.0fps | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 5.30 m (Auto ISO) | 3.90 m (Auto ISO) |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Soft, Red-eye reduction |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
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 |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | AVCHD Lite | - |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 229 gr (0.50 lbs) | 165 gr (0.36 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 103 x 60 x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") | 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 recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at launch | $200 | $300 |