Canon SX60 HS vs Panasonic ZS25

Its time to take a closer look at the Canon SX60 HS versus Panasonic ZS25, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by manufacturers Canon and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the SX60 HS (16MP) and the ZS25 (16MP) is pretty well matched and both cameras have the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SX60 HS was released 21 months later than the ZS25 which makes them a generation apart from each other. Both cameras feature different body design with the Canon SX60 HS being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic ZS25 being a Compact camera.

Before we go into a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the SX60 HS grades versus the ZS25 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX60 HS & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS25. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon SX60 HS Gallery & Panasonic ZS25 Gallery.

In case you're intending to carry your camera, you will need to consider its weight and size. The Canon SX60 HS provides outer measurements of 128mm x 93mm x 114mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 4.5") with a weight of 650 grams (1.43 lbs) while the Panasonic ZS25 has specifications of 105mm x 59mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are utilising at the time. Below is a front view sizing comparison of the SX60 HS vs the ZS25.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the SX60 HS and ZS25 is 61 and 93 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's tough to visualize the gap between sensor sizing only by checking specs. The graphic here will give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the SX60 HS and ZS25.

As you can plainly see, both cameras feature the identical sensor size and the exact same megapixels and you can expect similar quality of images though you will need to take the age of the products into consideration. The more modern SX60 HS provides an edge in sensor tech.