Pentax W60 vs Samsung SL102
94 Imaging
33 Features
21 Overall
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96 Imaging
32 Features
21 Overall
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Pentax W60 vs Samsung SL102 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 50 - 6400
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 165g - 98 x 56 x 25mm
- Revealed July 2009
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- 640 x 480 video
- 35-105mm (F) lens
- 116g - 90 x 59 x 22mm
- Revealed January 2009
- Alternate Name is ES55

Pentax W60 vs Samsung SL102 Overview
Below is a in depth analysis of the Pentax W60 vs Samsung SL102, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by manufacturers Pentax and Samsung. The resolution of the W60 (10MP) and the SL102 (10MP) is pretty well matched and they use the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The W60 was launched 6 months later than the SL102 and they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go straight into a full comparison, below is a quick summation of how the W60 grades versus the SL102 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Pentax W60 vs Samsung SL102 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery images for Pentax Optio W60 and Samsung SL102. The complete galleries are viewable at Pentax W60 Gallery and Samsung SL102 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Pentax W60 over the Samsung SL102
W60 | SL102 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Dial precise focusing |
Reasons to pick Samsung SL102 over the Pentax W60
SL102 | W60 |
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Common features in the Pentax W60 and Samsung SL102
W60 | SL102 | |||
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Revealed | July 2009 | ![]() | January 2009 | Similar generation |
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen sizing | 2.5" | ![]() | 2.5" | Equivalent screen measurement |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Identical screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither comes with selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Absent Touch screen |
Pentax W60 vs Samsung SL102 Physical Comparison
When you are looking to lug around your camera often, you have to consider its weight and measurements. The Pentax W60 comes with external measurements of 98mm x 56mm x 25mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") and a weight of 165 grams (0.36 lbs) whilst the Samsung SL102 has proportions of 90mm x 59mm x 22mm (3.5" x 2.3" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 116 grams (0.26 lbs).
Contrast the Pentax W60 vs Samsung SL102 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have attached at the time. The following is the front view measurements comparison of the W60 compared to the SL102.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the W60 and SL102 is 94 and 96 respectively.

Pentax W60 vs Samsung SL102 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it can be hard to visualise the difference between sensor measurements simply by reading through specifications. The graphic here may offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the W60 and SL102.
To sum up, the 2 cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the exact same resolution and you should expect similar quality of images though you might want to consider the production date of the products into consideration.

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Pentax W60 vs Samsung SL102 Specifications
Pentax Optio W60 | Samsung SL102 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Pentax | Samsung |
Model type | Pentax Optio W60 | Samsung SL102 |
Also Known as | - | ES55 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2009-07-01 | 2009-01-08 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10MP | 10MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 3648 x 2736 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 1600 |
Minimum native ISO | 50 | 80 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 35-105mm (3.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.5-5.5 | - |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | 10cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 2.5" | 2.5" |
Display resolution | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4 seconds | 8 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/1500 seconds | 1/1500 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 1.0fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.90 m (Auto ISO) | - |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Soft, Red-eye reduction | Auto, Auto & Red-eye reduction, Fill-in flash, Slow sync, Flash off, Red Eye Fix |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720, 15fps, 640 x 480, 320 x 240 30/15 fps | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video format | - | Motion JPEG |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
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 | 165 gr (0.36 lbs) | 116 gr (0.26 lbs) |
Dimensions | 98 x 56 x 25mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") | 90 x 59 x 22mm (3.5" x 2.3" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery ID | D-LI78 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (10sec, 2sec, Double, Motion Timer) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SC/SDHC/MMC/MMCplus, internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at release | $300 | $130 |