Pentax W60 vs Samsung PL200

Here, we will be contrasting the Pentax W60 vs Samsung PL200, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by companies Pentax and Samsung. There exists a sizeable gap among the image resolutions of the W60 (10MP) and PL200 (14MP) but both cameras offer the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The W60 was manufactured 12 months before the PL200 and they are of a similar generation. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief view of how the W60 grades against the PL200 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Pentax Optio W60 and Samsung PL200. The entire galleries are provided at Pentax W60 Gallery and Samsung PL200 Gallery.

When you are intending to travel with your camera regularly, you will need to consider its weight and measurements. The Pentax W60 comes with physical 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 PL200 has proportions of 100mm x 60mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.8") along with a weight of 170 grams (0.37 lbs).

Look at the Pentax W60 vs Samsung PL200 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you use at that time. Here is a front view size comparison of the W60 compared to the PL200.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the W60 and PL200 is 94 and 94 respectively.

More often than not, it can be hard to picture the gap in sensor dimensions merely by looking through technical specs. The picture below will offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the W60 and PL200.

As you have seen, both of those cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different resolution. You should count on the Samsung PL200 to provide you with extra detail due to its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The more aged W60 will be behind when it comes to sensor technology.