Canon SX60 HS vs Panasonic FZ300

In this write-up, we will be contrasting the Canon SX60 HS vs Panasonic FZ300, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by brands Canon and Panasonic. There exists a huge gap between the sensor resolutions of the SX60 HS (16MP) and FZ300 (12MP) but they possess the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The SX60 HS was announced 10 months before the FZ300 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before we go through a in depth comparison, below is a brief view of how the SX60 HS matches up vs the FZ300 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX60 HS and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ300. The whole galleries are available at Canon SX60 HS Gallery and Panasonic FZ300 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to lug around your camera regularly, you will need to think about its weight and volume. The Canon SX60 HS has got external measurements of 128mm x 93mm x 114mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 4.5") along with a weight of 650 grams (1.43 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FZ300 has sizing of 132mm x 92mm x 117mm (5.2" x 3.6" x 4.6") with a weight of 691 grams (1.52 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon SX60 HS vs Panasonic FZ300 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have at the time. Following is the front view proportions comparison of the SX60 HS compared to the FZ300.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SX60 HS and FZ300 is 61 and 59 respectively.

Typically, it's difficult to visualize the contrast between sensor measurements just by looking at technical specs. The visual below will offer you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the SX60 HS and FZ300.

As you can tell, both cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different MP. You should count on the Canon SX60 HS to give more detail with its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will let you crop pictures far more aggressively. The older SX60 HS is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.