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Pentax K-x vs Pentax W60

Portability
69
Imaging
52
Features
47
Overall
50
Pentax K-x front
 
Pentax Optio W60 front
Portability
94
Imaging
33
Features
21
Overall
28

Pentax K-x vs Pentax W60 Key Specs

Pentax K-x
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 6400 (Expand to 12800)
  • Sensor based Image Stabilization
  • 1/6000s Max Shutter
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • Pentax KAF2 Mount
  • 580g - 123 x 92 x 68mm
  • Introduced December 2009
Pentax W60
(Full Review)
  • 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.5" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 50 - 6400
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
  • 165g - 98 x 56 x 25mm
  • Introduced July 2009
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Pentax K-x vs Pentax W60 Overview

The following is a in depth comparison of the Pentax K-x vs Pentax W60, former is a Entry-Level DSLR while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact and both of them are sold by Pentax. The sensor resolution of the K-x (12MP) and the W60 (10MP) is pretty well matched but the K-x (APS-C) and W60 (1/2.3") have totally different sensor dimensions.

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The K-x was released 6 months after the W60 which means that they are of a similar age. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Pentax K-x being a Compact SLR camera and the Pentax W60 being a Compact camera.

Before diving right into a full comparison, here is a quick summary of how the K-x grades against the W60 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Photography Glossary
	
	

Reasons to pick Pentax K-x over the Pentax W60

 K-x W60 
Screen size2.7"2.5"Bigger screen (+0.2")

Reasons to pick Pentax W60 over the Pentax K-x

 W60 K-x 

Common features in the Pentax K-x and Pentax W60

 K-x W60 
IntroducedDecember 2009July 2009Similar age
Focus manually Dial exact focusing
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen resolution230k230kEqual screen resolution
Selfie screen No selfie screen
Touch screen Neither includes Touch screen

Pentax K-x vs Pentax W60 Physical Comparison

When you are planning to travel with your camera frequently, you're going to have to consider its weight and size. The Pentax K-x features physical measurements of 123mm x 92mm x 68mm (4.8" x 3.6" x 2.7") along with a weight of 580 grams (1.28 lbs) whilst the Pentax W60 has specifications of 98mm x 56mm x 25mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") along with a weight of 165 grams (0.36 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are employing during that time. Following is a front view measurement comparison of the K-x versus the W60.

Pentax K-x vs Pentax W60 size comparison

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the K-x and W60 is 69 and 94 respectively.

Pentax K-x vs Pentax W60 top view buttons comparison

Pentax K-x vs Pentax W60 Sensor Comparison

More often than not, it can be tough to visualise the contrast between sensor dimensions only by reading through specifications. The picture below might provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the K-x and W60.

Plainly, both the cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The K-x because of its bigger sensor will make achieving shallower depth of field less difficult and the Pentax K-x will give you extra detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop pictures way more aggressively.

Pentax K-x vs Pentax W60 sensor size comparison

Pentax K-x vs Pentax W60 Screen and ViewFinder

Pentax K-x vs Pentax W60 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Pentax K-x Portrait photography information
Pentax W60 Portrait photography information
63
focusing manually
good sensor size (APS-C)
supports face detection autofocus
saves RAW formats
sensor resolution low (12MP)
26
has manual focus
lack of manual exposure
no external flash support
low resolution sensor (10 megapixels)
sensor is small (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
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Street Comparison

Pentax K-x Street photography advice
Pentax W60 Street photography advice
67
has image stabilization (Sensor based)
good sensor size (APS-C)
saves RAW formats
fixed screen
54
environment proofing
screen is fixed
lack of image stabilization
sensor is small (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
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Sports Comparison

Pentax K-x Sports photography factors
Pentax W60 Sports photography factors
61
maximum shutter speed is high (1/6,000 seconds)
has image stabilization (Sensor based)
good sensor size (APS-C)
great battery (1,900 per charge)
has phase detect autofocus
low fps (5.0 frames per second)
sensor resolution low (12MP)
23
environment proofing
very slow continuous shooting (1.0 frames/s)
no shutter priority mode
lack of image stabilization
low resolution sensor (10 megapixels)
sensor is small (1/2.3")
has no phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Pentax K-x Travel photography details
Pentax W60 Travel photography details
54
great battery (1,900 per charge)
has built in flash
does not have Timelapse function
sensor resolution low (12MP)
screen is not selfie friendly
64
environment proofing
built-in flash
pretty wide (28mm)
low resolution sensor (10 megapixels)
screen is not selfie friendly
slow max aperture (f3.5)
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Landscape Comparison

Pentax K-x as a Landscape photography camera
Pentax W60 as a Landscape photography camera
61
focusing manually
change lenses (Pentax KAF2 mount)
has image stabilization (Sensor based)
good sensor size (APS-C)
saves RAW formats
great battery (1,900 CIPA)
small screen (2.7")
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
does not have Timelapse function
36
has manual focus
pretty wide (28mm)
environment proofing
can't switch lenses (fixed lens mount)
slow max aperture (f3.5)
screen is small (2.5")
lack of manual exposure
lack of image stabilization
low resolution sensor (10 megapixels)
sensor is small (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
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Vlogging Comparison

Pentax K-x as a Vlogging camera
Pentax W60 as a Vlogging camera
27
has image stabilization (Sensor based)
supports face detection autofocus
screen is not selfie friendly
video quality not great (1280 x 720 resolution)
does not have external microphone jack
25
pretty wide (28mm)
slow max aperture (f3.5)
screen is not selfie friendly
lack of image stabilization
low res video (1280 x 720 resolution)
does not have external microphone support
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Pentax K-x vs Pentax W60 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Pentax K-x and Pentax W60
 Pentax K-xPentax Optio W60
General Information
Manufacturer Pentax Pentax
Model type Pentax K-x Pentax Optio W60
Category Entry-Level DSLR Small Sensor Compact
Introduced 2009-12-23 2009-07-01
Physical type Compact SLR Compact
Sensor Information
Chip Prime -
Sensor type CMOS CCD
Sensor size APS-C 1/2.3"
Sensor measurements 23.6 x 15.8mm 6.08 x 4.56mm
Sensor area 372.9mm² 27.7mm²
Sensor resolution 12 megapixels 10 megapixels
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 3:2 4:3 and 16:9
Highest Possible resolution 4288 x 2848 3648 x 2736
Maximum native ISO 6400 6400
Maximum enhanced ISO 12800 -
Min native ISO 100 50
RAW support
Autofocusing
Focus manually
AF touch
Continuous AF
AF single
AF tracking
Selective AF
AF center weighted
AF multi area
AF live view
Face detection AF
Contract detection AF
Phase detection AF
Total focus points 11 9
Lens
Lens support Pentax KAF2 fixed lens
Lens zoom range - 28-140mm (5.0x)
Largest aperture - f/3.5-5.5
Macro focusing distance - 1cm
Amount of lenses 151 -
Focal length multiplier 1.5 5.9
Screen
Type of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen size 2.7" 2.5"
Resolution of screen 230 thousand dots 230 thousand dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch capability
Screen tech TFT LCD monitor -
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type Optical (pentamirror) None
Viewfinder coverage 96% -
Viewfinder magnification 0.57x -
Features
Minimum shutter speed 30 secs 4 secs
Fastest shutter speed 1/6000 secs 1/1500 secs
Continuous shutter rate 5.0 frames/s 1.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Exposure compensation Yes -
Custom WB
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash distance 16.00 m 3.90 m (Auto ISO)
Flash modes Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Rear curtain, Wireless Auto, On, Off, Soft, Red-eye reduction
Hot shoe
AE bracketing
White balance bracketing
Fastest flash synchronize 1/180 secs -
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Video resolutions 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 416 (24 fps) 1280 x 720, 15fps, 640 x 480, 320 x 240 30/15 fps
Maximum video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video file format Motion JPEG -
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 proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 580 gr (1.28 pounds) 165 gr (0.36 pounds)
Physical dimensions 123 x 92 x 68mm (4.8" x 3.6" x 2.7") 98 x 56 x 25mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0")
DXO scores
DXO Overall rating 72 not tested
DXO Color Depth rating 22.8 not tested
DXO Dynamic range rating 12.5 not tested
DXO Low light rating 811 not tested
Other
Battery life 1900 photos -
Battery style Battery Pack -
Battery ID 4 x AA D-LI78
Self timer Yes (2 or 12 sec) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse recording
Type of storage SD/SDHC card SD/SDHC card, Internal
Card slots 1 1
Price at release $600 $300