FujiFilm HS20 EXR vs Panasonic ZS60

In this write-up, we are evaluating the FujiFilm HS20 EXR versus Panasonic ZS60, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Panasonic. The resolution of the HS20 EXR (16MP) and the ZS60 (18MP) is fairly well matched but the HS20 EXR (1/2") and ZS60 (1/2.3") possess different sensor measurements.

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The HS20 EXR was announced 6 years prior to the ZS60 which is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras offer different body type with the FujiFilm HS20 EXR being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic ZS60 being a Compact camera.

Before going in to a complete comparison, below is a concise summary of how the HS20 EXR grades versus the ZS60 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for FujiFilm FinePix HS20 EXR and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS60. The whole galleries are provided at FujiFilm HS20 EXR Gallery and Panasonic ZS60 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to carry around your camera, you need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The FujiFilm HS20 EXR comes with outer dimensions of 131mm x 91mm x 126mm (5.2" x 3.6" x 5.0") along with a weight of 730 grams (1.61 lbs) while the Panasonic ZS60 has dimensions of 112mm x 64mm x 38mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.5") with a weight of 282 grams (0.62 lbs).

Take a look at the FujiFilm HS20 EXR versus Panasonic ZS60 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have during that time. Here is the front view dimension comparison of the HS20 EXR versus the ZS60.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the HS20 EXR and ZS60 is 58 and 88 respectively.

Normally, it's difficult to picture the contrast between sensor sizes just by checking a spec sheet. The picture underneath should offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the HS20 EXR and ZS60.

As you can see, both of those cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The HS20 EXR with its larger sensor is going to make achieving shallow depth of field easier and the Panasonic ZS60 will give you greater detail with its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will enable you to crop images far more aggressively. The more aged HS20 EXR is going to be disadvantaged in sensor technology.