Canon SX60 HS vs Panasonic FZ1000 II

Lets look more closely at the Canon SX60 HS versus Panasonic FZ1000 II, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Large Sensor Superzoom by competitors Canon and Panasonic. The resolution of the SX60 HS (16MP) and the FZ1000 II (20MP) is very close but the SX60 HS (1/2.3") and FZ1000 II (1") have totally different sensor dimensions.

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The SX60 HS was announced 5 years prior to the FZ1000 II and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras have the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before getting straight to a detailed comparison, here is a quick view of how the SX60 HS grades versus the FZ1000 II with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX60 HS and Panasonic Lumix DC-FZ1000 II. The whole galleries are available at Canon SX60 HS Gallery and Panasonic FZ1000 II Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to carry your camera frequently, you should consider its weight and measurements. The Canon SX60 HS has outside dimensions of 128mm x 93mm x 114mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 4.5") having a weight of 650 grams (1.43 lbs) while the Panasonic FZ1000 II has proportions of 136mm x 97mm x 132mm (5.4" x 3.8" x 5.2") with a weight of 808 grams (1.78 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon SX60 HS versus Panasonic FZ1000 II in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you choose at that moment. Underneath is a front view over all size comparison of the SX60 HS against the FZ1000 II.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the SX60 HS and FZ1000 II is 61 and 55 respectively.

Often, it is difficult to see the gap in sensor sizing simply by looking through specifications. The graphic here will give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX60 HS and FZ1000 II.

To sum up, the two cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The SX60 HS having a smaller sensor will make achieving shallow depth of field more challenging and the Panasonic FZ1000 II will result in greater detail with its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop photos more aggressively. The older SX60 HS will be behind in sensor technology.