Pentax W60 vs Pentax W90

Let's take a more detailed look at the Pentax W60 and Pentax W90, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Waterproof and both of them are produced by Pentax. The resolution of the W60 (10MP) and the W90 (12MP) is fairly comparable and both cameras boast the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The W60 was introduced 7 months prior to the W90 which means that they are of a similar generation. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving into a more detailed comparison, here is a quick overview of how the W60 grades against the W90 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Pentax Optio W60 and Pentax Optio W90. The whole galleries are viewable at Pentax W60 Gallery and Pentax W90 Gallery.

When you are intending to carry around your camera, you will want to factor in its weight and proportions. The Pentax W60 has outside 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) and the Pentax W90 has measurements of 108mm x 59mm x 25mm (4.3" x 2.3" x 1.0") having a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs).

See the Pentax W60 and Pentax W90 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are working with during that time. Following is a front view physical size comparison of the W60 vs the W90.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the W60 and W90 is 94 and 94 respectively.

Sometimes, its tough to imagine the contrast in sensor sizes just by going through specifications. The pic underneath will help give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the W60 and W90.

To sum up, each of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but different megapixels. You should anticipate the Pentax W90 to produce more detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop pics more aggressively. The more aged W60 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.