Canon SX410 IS vs Panasonic ZS60

The following is a in-depth assessment of the Canon SX410 IS vs Panasonic ZS60, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by manufacturers Canon and Panasonic. The resolution of the SX410 IS (20MP) and the ZS60 (18MP) is relatively similar and both cameras boast the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The SX410 IS was manufactured 11 months before the ZS60 and they are of a similar generation. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before getting right into a in-depth comparison, here is a short summary of how the SX410 IS scores versus the ZS60 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX410 IS and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS60. The entire galleries are available at Canon SX410 IS Gallery and Panasonic ZS60 Gallery.

When you are looking to travel with your camera, you will want to take into account its weight and size. The Canon SX410 IS features exterior measurements of 104mm x 69mm x 85mm (4.1" x 2.7" x 3.3") and a weight of 325 grams (0.72 lbs) while the Panasonic ZS60 has specifications of 112mm x 64mm x 38mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.5") having a weight of 282 grams (0.62 lbs).

Contrast the Canon SX410 IS vs Panasonic ZS60 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you choose at the time. Below is a front view physical size comparison of the SX410 IS and the ZS60.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the SX410 IS and ZS60 is 80 and 88 respectively.

Generally, it is very tough to visualise the gap between sensor dimensions purely by going over a spec sheet. The picture underneath will help offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the SX410 IS and ZS60.

As you can see, both the cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same resolution. You should count on the Canon SX410 IS to deliver extra detail due to its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The more aged SX410 IS is going to be behind with regard to sensor tech.