Canon SX30 IS vs Panasonic FZ60

Here is a extensive comparison of the Canon SX30 IS and Panasonic FZ60, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by manufacturers Canon and Panasonic. The resolution of the SX30 IS (14MP) and the FZ60 (16MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras offer the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The SX30 IS was revealed 22 months earlier than the FZ60 which makes them a generation apart from each other. Both of the cameras have the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before delving straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the SX30 IS scores against the FZ60 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX30 IS and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ60. The full galleries are available at Canon SX30 IS Gallery and Panasonic FZ60 Gallery.

If you're intending to carry your camera often, you're going to have to think about its weight and volume. The Canon SX30 IS provides external measurements of 123mm x 92mm x 108mm (4.8" x 3.6" x 4.3") having a weight of 601 grams (1.32 lbs) while the Panasonic FZ60 has sizing of 120mm x 81mm x 92mm (4.7" x 3.2" x 3.6") and a weight of 493 grams (1.09 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are utilising at that time. The following is a front view scale comparison of the SX30 IS vs the FZ60.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the SX30 IS and FZ60 is 64 and 68 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very tough to picture the contrast in sensor sizing purely by going through a spec sheet. The visual below will help give you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the SX30 IS and FZ60.

Clearly, both the cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different resolution. You should count on the Panasonic FZ60 to provide more detail because of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The older SX30 IS will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.