Canon SX720 HS vs Panasonic ZS60
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Canon SX720 HS vs Panasonic ZS60 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20.3MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-960mm (F3.3-6.9) lens
- 270g - 110 x 64 x 36mm
- Introduced February 2016
- Previous Model is Canon SX710 HS
- Newer Model is Canon SX730 HS
(Full Review)
- 18MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200 (Boost to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- 24-720mm (F3.3-6.4) lens
- 282g - 112 x 64 x 38mm
- Revealed January 2016
- Also Known as Lumix DMC-TZ80
- Replaced the Panasonic ZS50
- Replacement is Panasonic ZS70
Canon SX720 HS vs Panasonic ZS60 Overview
Here, we are contrasting the Canon SX720 HS vs Panasonic ZS60, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by companies Canon and Panasonic. The image resolution of the SX720 HS (20.3MP) and the ZS60 (18MP) is fairly similar and both cameras boast the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Sora from OpenAI releases its first ever music videoThe SX720 HS was introduced 2 months later than the ZS60 and they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before delving into a complete comparison, here is a brief overview of how the SX720 HS scores vs the ZS60 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Canon SX720 HS vs Panasonic ZS60 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX720 HS and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS60. The whole galleries are available at Canon SX720 HS Gallery and Panasonic ZS60 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX720 HS over the Panasonic ZS60
SX720 HS | ZS60 |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS60 over the Canon SX720 HS
ZS60 | SX720 HS | |||
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Display resolution | 1040k | 922k | Clearer display (+118k dot) | |
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Canon SX720 HS and Panasonic ZS60
SX720 HS | ZS60 | |||
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Revealed | February 2016 | January 2016 | Similar generation | |
Focus manually | Very exact focus | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display size | 3" | 3" | Same display measurement | |
Selfie screen | Neither provides selfie screen |
Canon SX720 HS vs Panasonic ZS60 Physical Comparison
If you're aiming to lug around your camera, you are going to need to think about its weight and measurements. The Canon SX720 HS provides exterior measurements of 110mm x 64mm x 36mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.4") having a weight of 270 grams (0.60 lbs) while the Panasonic ZS60 has proportions of 112mm x 64mm x 38mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.5") with a weight of 282 grams (0.62 lbs).
Look at the Canon SX720 HS vs Panasonic ZS60 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are using at the time. The following is a front view dimension comparison of the SX720 HS compared to the ZS60.
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the SX720 HS and ZS60 is 89 and 88 respectively.
Canon SX720 HS vs Panasonic ZS60 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it's hard to envision the difference between sensor measurements purely by reading specifications. The graphic underneath will give you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the SX720 HS and ZS60.
Plainly, both of those cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same resolution. You should anticipate the Canon SX720 HS to offer you more detail using its extra 2.3MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop pics way more aggressively.
Canon SX720 HS vs Panasonic ZS60 Screen and ViewFinder
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Canon SX720 HS vs Panasonic ZS60 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX720 HS | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS60 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Canon | Panasonic |
Model | Canon PowerShot SX720 HS | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS60 |
Otherwise known as | - | Lumix DMC-TZ80 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Introduced | 2016-02-18 | 2016-01-05 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | DIGIC 6 | Venus Engine |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20.3 megapixel | 18 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 5184 x 3888 | 4896 x 3672 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | - | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 49 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-960mm (40.0x) | 24-720mm (30.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.3-6.9 | f/3.3-6.4 |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | 3cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3" | 3" |
Display resolution | 922k dots | 1,040k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 1,166k dots |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.46x |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 15 secs | 4 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/3200 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Max quiet shutter speed | - | 1/16000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 5.9fps | 10.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 4.00 m | 5.60 m (at Auto ISO) |
Flash settings | Auto, on, off, slow synchro | Auto, Auto/Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Slow Sync./Red-eye Reduction, Forced Off |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 3840 x 2160 (30p), 1920 x 1080 (60p, 60i, 30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 3840x2160 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 270 gr (0.60 lb) | 282 gr (0.62 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 110 x 64 x 36mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.4") | 112 x 64 x 38mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | 37 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 19.3 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 10.6 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 109 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 250 pictures | 320 pictures |
Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NB-13L | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs, custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 3 shots / 10 secs) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC card | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail price | $379 | $248 |