Canon SX60 HS vs Panasonic FZ100

In this article, we will be matching up the Canon SX60 HS versus Panasonic FZ100, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by brands Canon and Panasonic. The resolution of the SX60 HS (16MP) and the FZ100 (14MP) is pretty close and they use the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SX60 HS was revealed 4 years later than the FZ100 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before going through a detailed comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the SX60 HS matches up versus the FZ100 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX60 HS and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ100. The full galleries are provided at Canon SX60 HS Gallery and Panasonic FZ100 Gallery.

If you are looking to lug around your camera often, you are going to need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Canon SX60 HS offers external dimensions of 128mm x 93mm x 114mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 4.5") having a weight of 650 grams (1.43 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FZ100 has measurements of 124mm x 82mm x 92mm (4.9" x 3.2" x 3.6") along with a weight of 540 grams (1.19 lbs).

Look at the Canon SX60 HS versus Panasonic FZ100 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are working with during that time. The following is the front view scale comparison of the SX60 HS against the FZ100.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the SX60 HS and FZ100 is 61 and 67 respectively.

Generally, its difficult to imagine the difference in sensor measurements just by viewing specifications. The graphic underneath might give you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX60 HS and FZ100.

To sum up, both of those cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different MP. You should expect the Canon SX60 HS to result in more detail because of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop pictures far more aggressively. The more recent SX60 HS provides an edge when it comes to sensor tech.