Fujifilm S8600 vs Panasonic ZS60

Here, we are evaluating the Fujifilm S8600 and Panasonic ZS60, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm S8600 (16MP) and the ZS60 (18MP) is fairly similar and both cameras posses the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm S8600 was announced 24 months prior to the ZS60 making them a generation away from each other. The two cameras feature different body design with the Fujifilm S8600 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic ZS60 being a Compact camera.

Before delving straight to a full comparison, here is a quick summation of how the Fujifilm S8600 grades against the ZS60 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm FinePix S8600 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS60. The whole galleries are provided at Fujifilm S8600 Gallery and Panasonic ZS60 Gallery.

For those who are going to travel with your camera frequently, you're going to have to think about its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm S8600 has got exterior measurements of 121mm x 81mm x 65mm (4.8" x 3.2" x 2.6") with a weight of 450 grams (0.99 lbs) whilst the Panasonic ZS60 has measurements of 112mm x 64mm x 38mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.5") along with a weight of 282 grams (0.62 lbs).

Look at the Fujifilm S8600 and Panasonic ZS60 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you select at that moment. The following is a front view sizing comparison of the Fujifilm S8600 versus the ZS60.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm S8600 and ZS60 is 76 and 88 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be tough to picture the contrast between sensor dimensions simply by reviewing a spec sheet. The image underneath might give you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm S8600 and ZS60.

Clearly, both of these cameras come with the identical sensor size but different resolution. You should anticipate the Panasonic ZS60 to deliver more detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also let you crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The more aged Fujifilm S8600 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.