Pentax W60 vs Sony S2000
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![Pentax Optio W60 front Pentax Optio W60 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Pentax-Optio-W60/Pentax-W60-front.jpg)
![Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S2000 front Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S2000 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-S2000/Sony-S2000-front.jpg)
93 Imaging
33 Features
17 Overall
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Pentax W60 vs Sony S2000 Key Specs
(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
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- 640 x 480 video
- 33-105mm (F3.1-5.6) lens
- 167g - 98 x 61 x 27mm
- Revealed January 2010
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Pentax W60 vs Sony S2000 Overview
In this write-up, we will be contrasting the Pentax W60 and Sony S2000, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by competitors Pentax and Sony. The resolution of the W60 (10MP) and the S2000 (10MP) is relatively similar and they come with the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
![](https://pxlmag.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/maxresdefault-218x150.jpg)
The W60 was introduced 6 months earlier than the S2000 and they are of a similar age. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before getting straight into a thorough comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the W60 matches up vs the S2000 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Pentax W60 vs Sony S2000 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Pentax Optio W60 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S2000. The whole galleries are viewable at Pentax W60 Gallery & Sony S2000 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Pentax W60 over the Sony S2000
W60 | S2000 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Dial exact focus |
Reasons to pick Sony S2000 over the Pentax W60
S2000 | W60 | |||
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Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.5") |
Common features in the Pentax W60 and Sony S2000
W60 | S2000 | |||
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Revealed | July 2009 | ![]() | January 2010 | Similar age |
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Lack of Touch screen |
Pentax W60 vs Sony S2000 Physical Comparison
In case you're going to carry around your camera often, you have to take into account its weight and size. The Pentax W60 has outer measurements of 98mm x 56mm x 25mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") along with a weight of 165 grams (0.36 lbs) whilst the Sony S2000 has specifications of 98mm x 61mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") and a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).
Look at the Pentax W60 and Sony S2000 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you have at the time. Here is the front view measurement comparison of the W60 and the S2000.
![Pentax W60 vs Sony S2000 size comparison Pentax W60 vs Sony S2000 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Pentax-Optio-W60-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-S2000-size-comparison.jpg)
Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the W60 and S2000 is 94 and 93 respectively.
![Pentax W60 vs Sony S2000 top view buttons comparison Pentax W60 vs Sony S2000 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Pentax-Optio-W60-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-S2000-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Pentax W60 vs Sony S2000 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it can be tough to picture the gap between sensor sizes just by reviewing technical specs. The image underneath may provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the W60 and S2000.
As you can tell, the 2 cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the exact same megapixels and you can expect similar quality of files but you should always factor the age of the products into consideration.
![Pentax W60 vs Sony S2000 sensor size comparison Pentax W60 vs Sony S2000 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Pentax-Optio-W60-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-S2000-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Pentax W60 vs Sony S2000 Screen and ViewFinder
![Pentax W60 vs Sony S2000 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Pentax W60 vs Sony S2000 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Pentax-Optio-W60-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-S2000-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Pentax W60 vs Sony S2000 Specifications
Pentax Optio W60 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S2000 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Pentax | Sony |
Model type | Pentax Optio W60 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S2000 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2009-07-01 | 2010-01-07 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | Bionz |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10MP | 10MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 3456 x 2592 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 50 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 33-105mm (3.2x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.5-5.5 | f/3.1-5.6 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 2.5 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of screen | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4 secs | 1 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1500 secs | 1/1200 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0fps | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.90 m (Auto ISO) | 3.30 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Soft, Red-eye reduction | Auto, On, Off, Slow syncro |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
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) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video file format | - | Motion JPEG |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
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 seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 165g (0.36 lb) | 167g (0.37 lb) |
Dimensions | 98 x 56 x 25mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") | 98 x 61 x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") |
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 | 2 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC card, Internal | Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo, optional SD, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch pricing | $300 | $225 |