Canon D30 vs Panasonic ZS60

The following is a extensive comparison of the Canon D30 versus Panasonic ZS60, one is a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Canon and Panasonic. There is a significant difference between the image resolutions of the D30 (12MP) and ZS60 (18MP) but they enjoy the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The D30 was launched 23 months before the ZS60 which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving in to a full comparison, below is a simple overview of how the D30 matches up vs the ZS60 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot D30 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS60. The complete galleries are provided at Canon D30 Gallery and Panasonic ZS60 Gallery.

If you are planning to travel with your camera often, you need to factor its weight and measurements. The Canon D30 features external measurements of 109mm x 68mm x 28mm (4.3" x 2.7" x 1.1") with a weight of 218 grams (0.48 lbs) while the Panasonic ZS60 has proportions of 112mm x 64mm x 38mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 282 grams (0.62 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are employing at that moment. Following is the front view size comparison of the D30 vs the ZS60.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the D30 and ZS60 is 91 and 88 respectively.

Often, it is very difficult to imagine the difference between sensor dimensions purely by reviewing specifications. The image here should offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the D30 and ZS60.

Plainly, the 2 cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit different megapixels. You should count on the Panasonic ZS60 to deliver extra detail utilizing its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The more aged D30 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.