Canon SX160 IS vs Panasonic FZ60

Let's take a closer look at the Canon SX160 IS vs Panasonic FZ60, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals Canon and Panasonic. The resolution of the SX160 IS (16MP) and the FZ60 (16MP) is very well matched and both cameras provide the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SX160 IS was revealed 12 months later than the FZ60 and they are both of a similar age. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Canon SX160 IS being a Compact camera and the Panasonic FZ60 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before delving into a in-depth comparison, here is a concise summation of how the SX160 IS matches up against the FZ60 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX160 IS & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ60. The full galleries are available at Canon SX160 IS Gallery & Panasonic FZ60 Gallery.

If you're looking to lug around your camera, you'll need to take into account its weight and volume. The Canon SX160 IS has got outside measurements of 111mm x 73mm x 44mm (4.4" x 2.9" x 1.7") having a weight of 291 grams (0.64 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FZ60 has sizing of 120mm x 81mm x 92mm (4.7" x 3.2" x 3.6") with a weight of 493 grams (1.09 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are employing at the time. Here is a front view size comparison of the SX160 IS vs the FZ60.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the SX160 IS and FZ60 is 86 and 68 respectively.

Generally, it is difficult to visualize the gap between sensor measurements simply by reading through technical specs. The graphic below will help give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the SX160 IS and FZ60.

As you have seen, both of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the same exact resolution and you can expect similar quality of files although you would want to factor the launch date of the products into consideration. The more recent SX160 IS should have a benefit with regard to sensor technology.