Fujifilm F660EXR vs Panasonic ZS60

Its time to look much closer at the Fujifilm F660EXR versus Panasonic ZS60, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by competitors FujiFilm and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm F660EXR (16MP) and the ZS60 (18MP) is pretty comparable but the Fujifilm F660EXR (1/2") and ZS60 (1/2.3") come with totally different sensor sizes.

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The Fujifilm F660EXR was introduced 5 years prior to the ZS60 which is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving through a full comparison, below is a simple summation of how the Fujifilm F660EXR matches up versus the ZS60 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm FinePix F660EXR & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS60. The whole galleries are available at Fujifilm F660EXR Gallery & Panasonic ZS60 Gallery.

When you are intending to carry around your camera, you are going to need to consider its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm F660EXR features outside measurements of 104mm x 59mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") along with a weight of 217 grams (0.48 lbs) whilst the Panasonic ZS60 has measurements of 112mm x 64mm x 38mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.5") with a weight of 282 grams (0.62 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Below is the front view dimension comparison of the Fujifilm F660EXR compared to the ZS60.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm F660EXR and ZS60 is 91 and 88 respectively.

Quite often, it is very difficult to visualise the contrast in sensor sizes merely by going through a spec sheet. The picture below will give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm F660EXR and ZS60.

Clearly, both cameras have got different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The Fujifilm F660EXR having a bigger sensor will make achieving shallower DOF easier and the Panasonic ZS60 will provide more detail using its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will help you crop photographs much more aggressively. The more aged Fujifilm F660EXR will be behind in sensor technology.