Pentax W60 vs Samsung HZ10W

Let's look a little more in depth at the Pentax W60 versus Samsung HZ10W, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by rivals Pentax and Samsung. The image resolution of the W60 (10MP) and the HZ10W (10MP) is fairly close and they feature the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The W60 was manufactured 2 months after the HZ10W and they are of a similar generation. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go through a full comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the W60 matches up vs the HZ10W with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Pentax Optio W60 and Samsung HZ10W. The entire galleries are provided at Pentax W60 Gallery and Samsung HZ10W Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to travel with your camera, you should take into account its weight and dimensions. The Pentax W60 enjoys external measurements of 98mm x 56mm x 25mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") with a weight of 165 grams (0.36 lbs) whilst the Samsung HZ10W has dimensions of 105mm x 61mm x 37mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") with a weight of 249 grams (0.55 lbs).

Compare the Pentax W60 versus Samsung HZ10W in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are using at that time. Here is the front view dimension comparison of the W60 against the HZ10W.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the W60 and HZ10W is 94 and 90 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be tough to visualise the difference in sensor dimensions purely by viewing a spec sheet. The picture below will help provide you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the W60 and HZ10W.

Clearly, both cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the same megapixels and you should expect comparable quality of files however you would want to factor the production date of the cameras into account.