Casio EX-ZR800 vs Panasonic ZS60

In this write-up, we will be contrasting the Casio EX-ZR800 vs Panasonic ZS60, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by manufacturers Casio and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the EX-ZR800 (16MP) and the ZS60 (18MP) is pretty well matched and they feature the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The EX-ZR800 was manufactured 3 years prior to the ZS60 which is quite a serious gap as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before going straight into a detailed comparison, below is a short summary of how the EX-ZR800 matches up vs the ZS60 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Casio Exilim EX-ZR800 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS60. The entire galleries are provided at Casio EX-ZR800 Gallery and Panasonic ZS60 Gallery.

When you are aiming to travel with your camera often, you will want to take into account its weight and measurements. The Casio EX-ZR800 has outside measurements of 108mm x 60mm x 31mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.2") and a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs) whilst the Panasonic ZS60 has proportions of 112mm x 64mm x 38mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.5") and a weight of 282 grams (0.62 lbs).

Compare the Casio EX-ZR800 vs Panasonic ZS60 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have at that moment. Following is the front view size comparison of the EX-ZR800 versus the ZS60.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the EX-ZR800 and ZS60 is 91 and 88 respectively.

Sometimes, it is hard to picture the difference between sensor dimensions only by looking at specs. The image underneath should provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-ZR800 and ZS60.

All in all, the two cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different MP. You should expect the Panasonic ZS60 to resolve extra detail due to its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop shots a little more aggressively. The more aged EX-ZR800 is going to be behind in sensor tech.