Canon SX60 HS vs Panasonic FZ150

Lets look a bit more closely at the Canon SX60 HS and Panasonic FZ150, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by brands Canon and Panasonic. There is a huge difference between the image resolutions of the SX60 HS (16MP) and FZ150 (12MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The SX60 HS was revealed 2 years after the FZ150 which is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before we go right into a in-depth comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the SX60 HS matches up against the FZ150 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX60 HS and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ150. The full galleries are provided at Canon SX60 HS Gallery and Panasonic FZ150 Gallery.

When you are going to travel with your camera often, you are going to need to factor its weight and measurements. The Canon SX60 HS enjoys exterior dimensions of 128mm x 93mm x 114mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 4.5") and a weight of 650 grams (1.43 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FZ150 has proportions of 124mm x 82mm x 92mm (4.9" x 3.2" x 3.6") having a weight of 528 grams (1.16 lbs).

Contrast the Canon SX60 HS and Panasonic FZ150 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have at that time. The following is a front view measurements comparison of the SX60 HS versus the FZ150.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the SX60 HS and FZ150 is 61 and 67 respectively.

In many cases, it's hard to visualise the difference between sensor dimensions merely by reading through specs. The pic below will help give you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the SX60 HS and FZ150.

As you can plainly see, both cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same MP. You should expect the Canon SX60 HS to give more detail because of its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The younger SX60 HS will have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.