Pentax W60 vs Sony S2100
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Pentax W60 vs Sony S2100 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
- Launched July 2009
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- 640 x 480 video
- 33-105mm (F3.1-5.6) lens
- 167g - 98 x 61 x 27mm
- Revealed January 2010
Pentax W60 vs Sony S2100 Overview
Following is a comprehensive analysis of the Pentax W60 and Sony S2100, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by companies Pentax and Sony. The image resolution of the W60 (10MP) and the S2100 (12MP) is very well matched and they possess the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").
Leica struggles with L-Mount camera sales, tougher than Q or MThe W60 was launched 6 months before the S2100 which means that they are of a similar generation. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before diving straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a brief highlight of how the W60 scores vs the S2100 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Pentax W60 vs Sony S2100 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Pentax Optio W60 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S2100. The complete galleries are provided at Pentax W60 Gallery and Sony S2100 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Pentax W60 over the Sony S2100
W60 | S2100 | |||
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Manual focus | Very accurate focusing |
Reasons to pick Sony S2100 over the Pentax W60
S2100 | W60 | |||
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Display sizing | 3" | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.5") |
Common features in the Pentax W60 and Sony S2100
W60 | S2100 | |||
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Revealed | July 2009 | January 2010 | Similar generation | |
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display resolution | 230k | 230k | Exact same display resolution | |
Selfie screen | Absent selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Neither provides Touch friendly display |
Pentax W60 vs Sony S2100 Physical Comparison
When you are aiming to carry around your camera, you will have to take into account its weight and volume. The Pentax W60 provides 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 Sony S2100 has sizing of 98mm x 61mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") along with a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).
Check out the Pentax W60 and Sony S2100 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have chosen at that time. Here is the front view overall size comparison of the W60 versus the S2100.
Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the W60 and S2100 is 94 and 93 respectively.
Pentax W60 vs Sony S2100 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it's difficult to picture the gap between sensor sizes simply by reading through a spec sheet. The pic here will offer you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the W60 and S2100.
As you can see, the 2 cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but different MP. You should expect to see the Sony S2100 to resolve more detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop pics a little more aggressively.
Pentax W60 vs Sony S2100 Screen and ViewFinder
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Pentax W60 vs Sony S2100 Specifications
Pentax Optio W60 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S2100 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Pentax | Sony |
Model type | Pentax Optio W60 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S2100 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 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 | 10 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 50 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Total focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 33-105mm (3.2x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.5-5.5 | f/3.1-5.6 |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.5 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4 seconds | 1 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1500 seconds | 1/1200 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0fps | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.90 m (Auto ISO) | 3.30 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Soft, Red-eye reduction | Auto, On, Off, Slow syncro |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
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) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video format | - | Motion JPEG |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
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 | 165 gr (0.36 lbs) | 167 gr (0.37 lbs) |
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 All around 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 recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC card, Internal | Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo, optional SD, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Retail cost | $300 | $0 |