Canon SX530 HS vs Panasonic FZ60
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Canon SX530 HS vs Panasonic FZ60 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-1200mm (F3.4-6.5) lens
- 442g - 120 x 82 x 92mm
- Announced January 2015
- Superseded the Canon SX520 HS
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200 (Expand to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-600mm (F2.8-5.2) lens
- 493g - 120 x 81 x 92mm
- Launched July 2012
- Other Name is Lumix DMC-FZ62
Canon SX530 HS vs Panasonic FZ60 Overview
Below is a detailed comparison of the Canon SX530 HS and Panasonic FZ60, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by manufacturers Canon and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the SX530 HS (16MP) and the FZ60 (16MP) is fairly comparable and they feature the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Apple patent reveals improved iPhone camera durabilityThe SX530 HS was released 2 years later than the FZ60 and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).
Before going in to a more detailed comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the SX530 HS matches up against the FZ60 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Canon SX530 HS vs Panasonic FZ60 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX530 HS and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ60. The complete galleries are provided at Canon SX530 HS Gallery and Panasonic FZ60 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX530 HS over the Panasonic FZ60
SX530 HS | FZ60 | |||
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Launched | January 2015 | July 2012 | More recent by 31 months | |
Display resolution | 461k | 460k | Sharper display (+1k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic FZ60 over the Canon SX530 HS
FZ60 | SX530 HS |
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Common features in the Canon SX530 HS and Panasonic FZ60
SX530 HS | FZ60 | |||
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Manual focus | More precise focusing | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display dimension | 3" | 3" | Identical display measurements | |
Selfie screen | Missing selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Missing Touch display |
Canon SX530 HS vs Panasonic FZ60 Physical Comparison
In case you're aiming to lug around your camera frequently, you will want to factor in its weight and volume. The Canon SX530 HS offers external dimensions of 120mm x 82mm x 92mm (4.7" x 3.2" x 3.6") accompanied by a weight of 442 grams (0.97 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).
Check the Canon SX530 HS and Panasonic FZ60 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you use at that time. The following is the front view physical size comparison of the SX530 HS compared to the FZ60.
Using size and weight, the portability grade of the SX530 HS and FZ60 is 69 and 68 respectively.
Canon SX530 HS vs Panasonic FZ60 Sensor Comparison
Generally, its hard to visualize the contrast in sensor measurements only by checking out technical specs. The photograph underneath will help offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the SX530 HS and FZ60.
As you can tell, the two cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the same exact MP and you should expect comparable quality of files though you will need to consider the release date of the cameras into account. The fresher SX530 HS provides an edge in sensor tech.
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Canon SX530 HS vs Panasonic FZ60 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX530 HS | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ60 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Canon | Panasonic |
Model type | Canon PowerShot SX530 HS | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ60 |
Also Known as | - | Lumix DMC-FZ62 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Announced | 2015-01-06 | 2012-07-18 |
Physical type | SLR-like (bridge) | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | DIGIC 4+ | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 16MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | - | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-1200mm (50.0x) | 25-600mm (24.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.4-6.5 | f/2.8-5.2 |
Macro focusing range | 0cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of screen | 461k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Screen technology | - | TFT Screen LCD Display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 202k dots |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100 percent |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 15 secs | 4 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 1.6fps | 10.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.50 m | 13.50 m |
Flash options | Auto, on, off, slow synchro | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60, 50, 30, 25 fps), 1280 x 720p (60, 50, 30, 25 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 25 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 442g (0.97 lb) | 493g (1.09 lb) |
Dimensions | 120 x 82 x 92mm (4.7" x 3.2" x 3.6") | 120 x 81 x 92mm (4.7" x 3.2" x 3.6") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 210 photos | 450 photos |
Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NB-6LH | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs, custom) | Yes (2 or 10 secs) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Launch cost | $379 | $350 |