Canon SX410 IS vs Panasonic FZ60

Let's take a closer look at the Canon SX410 IS versus Panasonic FZ60, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by brands Canon and Panasonic. There is a considerable difference among the resolutions of the SX410 IS (20MP) and FZ60 (16MP) but they feature the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The SX410 IS was manufactured 2 years later than the FZ60 and that is a fairly large difference as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras offer different body type with the Canon SX410 IS being a Compact camera and the Panasonic FZ60 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before getting straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a brief introduction of how the SX410 IS matches up vs the FZ60 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX410 IS & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ60. The entire galleries are provided at Canon SX410 IS Gallery & Panasonic FZ60 Gallery.

In case you're going to lug around your camera regularly, you need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Canon SX410 IS provides physical dimensions of 104mm x 69mm x 85mm (4.1" x 2.7" x 3.3") and a weight of 325 grams (0.72 lbs) and the Panasonic FZ60 has proportions of 120mm x 81mm x 92mm (4.7" x 3.2" x 3.6") along 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 select during that time. Here is the front view measurement comparison of the SX410 IS versus the FZ60.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the SX410 IS and FZ60 is 80 and 68 respectively.

In many cases, it is difficult to picture the contrast in sensor measurements just by checking out a spec sheet. The photograph below will provide you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX410 IS and FZ60.

Clearly, each of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different MP. You can expect the Canon SX410 IS to provide extra detail due to its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop photographs a little more aggressively. The more modern SX410 IS should have an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.