Canon SX530 HS vs Panasonic ZS60

The following is a in depth assessment of the Canon SX530 HS and Panasonic ZS60, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by brands Canon and Panasonic. The image resolution of the SX530 HS (16MP) and the ZS60 (18MP) is very similar and both cameras provide the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The SX530 HS was released 12 months before the ZS60 and they are of a similar age. Both cameras have different body design with the Canon SX530 HS being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic ZS60 being a Compact camera.

Before delving right into a thorough comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the SX530 HS scores versus the ZS60 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX530 HS & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS60. The complete galleries are available at Canon SX530 HS Gallery & Panasonic ZS60 Gallery.

For those who are planning to travel with your camera often, you will have to think about its weight and measurements. The Canon SX530 HS has got outside measurements of 120mm x 82mm x 92mm (4.7" x 3.2" x 3.6") having a weight of 442 grams (0.97 lbs) whilst the Panasonic ZS60 has proportions of 112mm x 64mm x 38mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.5") having a weight of 282 grams (0.62 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you select at that moment. Following is a front view measurement comparison of the SX530 HS against the ZS60.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the SX530 HS and ZS60 is 69 and 88 respectively.

Usually, it is hard to visualise the contrast between sensor dimensions merely by reviewing technical specs. The image underneath will help offer you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the SX530 HS and ZS60.

As you have seen, both cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same megapixels. You can expect to see the Panasonic ZS60 to deliver more detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop photos a bit more aggressively. The more aged SX530 HS is going to be behind with regard to sensor innovation.