Canon SX60 HS vs Panasonic ZS1

Below is a thorough overview of the Canon SX60 HS and Panasonic ZS1, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by manufacturers Canon and Panasonic. There is a considerable difference among the sensor resolutions of the SX60 HS (16MP) and ZS1 (10MP) and the SX60 HS (1/2.3") and ZS1 (1/2.5") feature totally different sensor sizing.

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The SX60 HS was launched 5 years later than the ZS1 and that is a fairly large difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Canon SX60 HS being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic ZS1 being a Compact camera.

Before diving in to a full comparison, below is a brief summation of how the SX60 HS grades vs the ZS1 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX60 HS & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS1. The complete galleries are available at Canon SX60 HS Gallery & Panasonic ZS1 Gallery.

When you are looking to lug around your camera regularly, you'll need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Canon SX60 HS provides exterior dimensions of 128mm x 93mm x 114mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 4.5") along with a weight of 650 grams (1.43 lbs) and the Panasonic ZS1 has proportions of 103mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 229 grams (0.50 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you choose at that time. The following is the front view size comparison of the SX60 HS versus the ZS1.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the SX60 HS and ZS1 is 61 and 91 respectively.

Generally, it is difficult to envision the gap in sensor measurements merely by seeing technical specs. The photograph below may provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX60 HS and ZS1.

As you have seen, the 2 cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The SX60 HS featuring a bigger sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field easier and the Canon SX60 HS will show more detail utilizing its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop shots a little more aggressively. The more recent SX60 HS is going to have an edge with regard to sensor technology.