Canon A1400 vs Panasonic ZS60

Here is a in-depth overview of the Canon A1400 and Panasonic ZS60, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Canon and Panasonic. The image resolution of the A1400 (16MP) and the ZS60 (18MP) is relatively well matched and they come with the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The A1400 was unveiled 3 years prior to the ZS60 and that is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go in to a full comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the A1400 matches up against the ZS60 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot A1400 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS60. The full galleries are provided at Canon A1400 Gallery and Panasonic ZS60 Gallery.

If you are looking to carry your camera often, you have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Canon A1400 has external dimensions of 95mm x 62mm x 30mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.2") and a weight of 174 grams (0.38 lbs) and the Panasonic ZS60 has dimensions of 112mm x 64mm x 38mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 282 grams (0.62 lbs).

Check out the Canon A1400 and Panasonic ZS60 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are using during that time. Following is the front view over all size comparison of the A1400 and the ZS60.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the A1400 and ZS60 is 93 and 88 respectively.

More often than not, it is tough to visualise the difference between sensor sizing just by checking specifications. The graphic below will help give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the A1400 and ZS60.

Plainly, both the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same resolution. You should count on the Panasonic ZS60 to give you more detail having an extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop photographs somewhat more aggressively. The older A1400 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.