Canon SX240 HS vs Panasonic FZ60

Below, we are reviewing the Canon SX240 HS vs Panasonic FZ60, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals Canon and Panasonic. There is a crucial difference between the image resolutions of the SX240 HS (12MP) and FZ60 (16MP) but they possess the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SX240 HS was launched 5 months prior to the FZ60 so they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras come with different body type with the Canon SX240 HS being a Compact camera and the Panasonic FZ60 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before getting straight into a thorough comparison, below is a short view of how the SX240 HS matches up vs the FZ60 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX240 HS and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ60. The complete galleries are provided at Canon SX240 HS Gallery and Panasonic FZ60 Gallery.

If you are planning to carry your camera, you need to factor in its weight and volume. The Canon SX240 HS provides physical measurements of 106mm x 61mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 224 grams (0.49 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).

See the Canon SX240 HS vs Panasonic FZ60 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are employing during that time. Below is the front view dimensions comparison of the SX240 HS compared to the FZ60.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the SX240 HS and FZ60 is 91 and 68 respectively.

Often, it's tough to envision the contrast between sensor sizing simply by checking specs. The graphic here might give you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the SX240 HS and FZ60.

All in all, both the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but not the same resolution. You should expect to see the Panasonic FZ60 to give extra detail utilizing its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop pics much more aggressively.