Canon SX60 HS vs Panasonic ZS5

Here, we are analyzing the Canon SX60 HS versus Panasonic ZS5, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by manufacturers Canon and Panasonic. There is a large difference among the sensor resolutions of the SX60 HS (16MP) and ZS5 (12MP) but both cameras have the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SX60 HS was released 4 years later than the ZS5 and that is a fairly serious difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Canon SX60 HS being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic ZS5 being a Compact camera.

Before diving into a in-depth comparison, here is a concise overview of how the SX60 HS matches up against the ZS5 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX60 HS & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS5. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon SX60 HS Gallery & Panasonic ZS5 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to lug around your camera, you will want to consider its weight and measurements. The Canon SX60 HS has exterior dimensions of 128mm x 93mm x 114mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 4.5") accompanied by a weight of 650 grams (1.43 lbs) and the Panasonic ZS5 has proportions of 103mm x 60mm x 32mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you have at that time. Underneath is a front view dimension comparison of the SX60 HS versus the ZS5.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the SX60 HS and ZS5 is 61 and 92 respectively.

In many cases, it is difficult to visualise the difference in sensor measurements only by going through specs. The photograph below should give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the SX60 HS and ZS5.

As you can plainly see, both of the cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same megapixels. You can anticipate the Canon SX60 HS to provide more detail as a result of its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The newer SX60 HS will have an edge in sensor tech.