Panasonic ZS50 vs Pentax W60

Below is a extensive overview of the Panasonic ZS50 and Pentax W60, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Panasonic and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the ZS50 (12MP) and the W60 (10MP) is very close and they feature the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The ZS50 was introduced 5 years later than the W60 and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go in to a in-depth comparison, below is a brief summation of how the ZS50 scores vs the W60 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS50 and Pentax Optio W60. The whole galleries are viewable at Panasonic ZS50 Gallery and Pentax W60 Gallery.

In case you're looking to lug around your camera regularly, you'll need to think about its weight and volume. The Panasonic ZS50 provides exterior dimensions of 111mm x 65mm x 34mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 243 grams (0.54 lbs) while the Pentax W60 has sizing of 98mm x 56mm x 25mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 165 grams (0.36 lbs).

Compare the Panasonic ZS50 and Pentax W60 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are employing at that moment. Following is the front view proportions comparison of the ZS50 versus the W60.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the ZS50 and W60 is 90 and 94 respectively.

Normally, its difficult to picture the contrast in sensor measurements merely by viewing specs. The photograph below may provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the ZS50 and W60.

As you can plainly see, each of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but different resolution. You should expect to see the Panasonic ZS50 to result in extra detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will let you crop photos a little more aggressively. The newer ZS50 should have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.