Canon A3300 IS vs Panasonic ZS60

Following is a extended review of the Canon A3300 IS versus Panasonic ZS60, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Canon and Panasonic. The resolution of the A3300 IS (16MP) and the ZS60 (18MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras provide the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The A3300 IS was revealed 6 years before the ZS60 which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving into a step-by-step comparison, here is a simple summation of how the A3300 IS grades vs the ZS60 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot A3300 IS and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS60. The full galleries are viewable at Canon A3300 IS Gallery and Panasonic ZS60 Gallery.

When you are going to carry around your camera often, you'll need to consider its weight and proportions. The Canon A3300 IS offers external measurements of 95mm x 57mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") with a weight of 149 grams (0.33 lbs) and the Panasonic ZS60 has measurements of 112mm x 64mm x 38mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.5") with a weight of 282 grams (0.62 lbs).

Look at the Canon A3300 IS versus Panasonic ZS60 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are employing during that time. Underneath is a front view dimension comparison of the A3300 IS compared to the ZS60.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the A3300 IS and ZS60 is 95 and 88 respectively.

Generally, it's tough to visualise the contrast in sensor sizes just by checking out a spec sheet. The pic underneath will help provide you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the A3300 IS and ZS60.

As you can see, each of the cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same MP. You should expect the Panasonic ZS60 to provide greater detail because of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will help you crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The more aged A3300 IS will be behind when it comes to sensor technology.