Canon D10 vs Panasonic ZS60

In this write-up, we will be analyzing the Canon D10 versus Panasonic ZS60, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Canon and Panasonic. There exists a sizeable gap between the resolutions of the D10 (12MP) and ZS60 (18MP) but they possess the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The D10 was announced 7 years prior to the ZS60 which is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a brief overview of how the D10 grades versus the ZS60 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot D10 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS60. The whole galleries are provided at Canon D10 Gallery and Panasonic ZS60 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to travel with your camera, you'll need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Canon D10 features outside dimensions of 104mm x 67mm x 49mm (4.1" x 2.6" x 1.9") with a weight of 190 grams (0.42 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).

Contrast the Canon D10 versus Panasonic ZS60 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you choose at that moment. Here is the front view measurement comparison of the D10 and the ZS60.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the D10 and ZS60 is 89 and 88 respectively.

Normally, it's tough to picture the contrast between sensor dimensions merely by looking at technical specs. The image underneath should give you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the D10 and ZS60.

As you can tell, each of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different MP. You should expect the Panasonic ZS60 to give greater detail with its extra 6MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop shots a little more aggressively. The more aged D10 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor technology.