Canon A1300 vs Panasonic ZS60

Below, we will be comparing the Canon A1300 versus Panasonic ZS60, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Canon and Panasonic. The resolution of the A1300 (16MP) and the ZS60 (18MP) is pretty similar and they come with the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The A1300 was revealed 4 years prior to the ZS60 and that is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving through a detailed comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the A1300 scores against the ZS60 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot A1300 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS60. The full galleries are provided at Canon A1300 Gallery & Panasonic ZS60 Gallery.

If you're looking to carry your camera, you'll need to factor its weight and measurements. The Canon A1300 comes with outside dimensions of 95mm x 62mm x 30mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.2") along with a weight of 174 grams (0.38 lbs) whilst the Panasonic ZS60 has proportions of 112mm x 64mm x 38mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.5") with a weight of 282 grams (0.62 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Below is the front view physical size comparison of the A1300 against the ZS60.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the A1300 and ZS60 is 93 and 88 respectively.

In many cases, it is very hard to see the contrast between sensor sizing simply by going over technical specs. The photograph underneath will help give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the A1300 and ZS60.

As you have seen, the 2 cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same megapixels. You can expect the Panasonic ZS60 to deliver extra detail because of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop shots much more aggressively. The older A1300 is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.