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Fujifilm T550 vs Panasonic ZS60

Portability
95
Imaging
40
Features
40
Overall
40
Fujifilm FinePix T550 front
 
Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS60 front
Portability
88
Imaging
44
Features
63
Overall
51

Fujifilm T550 vs Panasonic ZS60 Key Specs

Fujifilm T550
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 3200
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 24-288mm (F) lens
  • 136g - 99 x 57 x 26mm
  • Revealed January 2013
Panasonic ZS60
(Full Review)
  • 18MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 80 - 3200 (Raise to 6400)
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 3840 x 2160 video
  • 24-720mm (F3.3-6.4) lens
  • 282g - 112 x 64 x 38mm
  • Introduced January 2016
  • Alternate Name is Lumix DMC-TZ80
  • Old Model is Panasonic ZS50
  • Refreshed by Panasonic ZS70
Photography Glossary

Fujifilm T550 vs Panasonic ZS60 Overview

On this page, we are looking at the Fujifilm T550 vs Panasonic ZS60, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by brands FujiFilm and Panasonic. The image resolution of the Fujifilm T550 (16MP) and the ZS60 (18MP) is very comparable and both cameras offer the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm T550 was announced 4 years prior to the ZS60 which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving right into a detailed comparison, here is a short highlight of how the Fujifilm T550 grades against the ZS60 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Fujifilm T550 over the Panasonic ZS60

 Fujifilm T550 ZS60 

Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS60 over the Fujifilm T550

 ZS60 Fujifilm T550 
IntroducedJanuary 2016January 2013More modern by 36 months
Manually focus Dial exact focus
Display resolution1040k230kClearer display (+810k dot)
Touch display Easily navigate

Common features in the Fujifilm T550 and Panasonic ZS60

 Fujifilm T550 ZS60 
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display dimensions3"3"Equal display measurements
Selfie screen Absent selfie screen

Fujifilm T550 vs Panasonic ZS60 Physical Comparison

For anybody who is intending to carry around your camera regularly, you will need to consider its weight and size. The Fujifilm T550 offers external dimensions of 99mm x 57mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") along with a weight of 136 grams (0.30 lbs) whilst the Panasonic ZS60 has specifications of 112mm x 64mm x 38mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.5") along with a weight of 282 grams (0.62 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are working with at that moment. Here is a front view proportions comparison of the Fujifilm T550 versus the ZS60.

Fujifilm T550 vs Panasonic ZS60 size comparison

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm T550 and ZS60 is 95 and 88 respectively.

Fujifilm T550 vs Panasonic ZS60 top view buttons comparison

Fujifilm T550 vs Panasonic ZS60 Sensor Comparison

Generally, it is hard to envision the difference in sensor sizes simply by seeing technical specs. The picture below might give you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm T550 and ZS60.

As you can tell, both the cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same MP. You should expect to see the Panasonic ZS60 to provide extra detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop images a bit more aggressively. The more aged Fujifilm T550 will be disadvantaged in sensor technology.

Fujifilm T550 vs Panasonic ZS60 sensor size comparison

Fujifilm T550 vs Panasonic ZS60 Screen and ViewFinder

Fujifilm T550 vs Panasonic ZS60 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Fujifilm T550 as a Portrait photography camera
Panasonic ZS60 as a Portrait photography camera
35
sensor resolution is decent (16MP)
supports face detect focusing
no manual focus
manual mode not available
no external flash support
sensor is small (1/2.3")
no RAW format
53
you can focus manually
sensor resolution is decent (18MP)
has face detection focus
exports RAW formats
external flash not possible
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
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Street Comparison

Street photography with Fujifilm T550
Street photography with Panasonic ZS60
63
has image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than competition in class (136 grams)
screen does not articulate
sensor is small (1/2.3")
no RAW format
71
built in image stabilization (Optical)
exports RAW formats
provides focus by touch
lighter than average (282 grams)
fixed screen
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
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Sports Comparison

Fujifilm T550 Sports photography features
Panasonic ZS60 Sports photography features
45
has image stabilization (Optical)
sensor resolution is decent (16 megapixels)
supports tracking focus
lack of shutter priority mode
sensor is small (1/2.3")
no phase detect AF
57
incredible zoom range (24-720mm 30.0 x zoom)
silent mode (1/16,000s)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
sensor resolution is decent (18 megapixels)
has tracking autofocus
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Fujifilm T550 Travel photography factors
Panasonic ZS60 Travel photography factors
76
lighter than competition in class (136 grams)
sensor resolution is decent (16 megapixels)
flash built-in
rather wide (24mm)
very long reach (288mm)
great maximum aperture (f)
missing Time Lapse mode
does not have a selfie friendly screen
74
lighter than average (282 grams)
provides focus by touch
sensor resolution is decent (18MP)
flash built-in
rather wide (24mm)
very long reach (720mm)
screen is not selfie friendly
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
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Landscape Comparison

Fujifilm T550 Landscape photography highlights
Panasonic ZS60 Landscape photography highlights
48
rather wide (24mm)
great maximum aperture (f)
screen size is decent (3 inches)
has image stabilization (Optical)
sensor resolution is decent (16MP)
no manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
manual mode not available
sensor is small (1/2.3")
no RAW format
missing Time Lapse mode
59
you can focus manually
rather wide (24mm)
pretty good screen size (3 inches)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
sensor resolution is decent (18MP)
exports RAW formats
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
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Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with Fujifilm T550
Vlogging with Panasonic ZS60
35
rather wide (24mm)
great maximum aperture (f)
has image stabilization (Optical)
supports face detect focusing
lighter than competition in class (136g)
does not have a selfie friendly screen
low quality video (1280 x 720 resolution)
missing mic support
35
rather wide (24mm)
touchscreen capability
built in image stabilization (Optical)
has face detection focus
video res high (3840 x 2160 pxls)
lighter than average (282 grams)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
screen is not selfie friendly
missing external mic port
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Fujifilm T550 vs Panasonic ZS60 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm T550 and Panasonic ZS60
 Fujifilm FinePix T550Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS60
General Information
Brand Name FujiFilm Panasonic
Model type Fujifilm FinePix T550 Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS60
Also called as - Lumix DMC-TZ80
Category Small Sensor Superzoom Small Sensor Superzoom
Revealed 2013-01-07 2016-01-05
Body design Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Powered by - Venus Engine
Sensor type CCD CMOS
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor surface area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 16 megapixels 18 megapixels
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Highest resolution 4608 x 3440 4896 x 3672
Highest native ISO 3200 3200
Highest boosted ISO - 6400
Lowest native ISO 100 80
RAW data
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Autofocus touch
Continuous autofocus
Single autofocus
Tracking autofocus
Autofocus selectice
Autofocus center weighted
Autofocus multi area
Live view autofocus
Face detection autofocus
Contract detection autofocus
Phase detection autofocus
Total focus points - 49
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens support fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 24-288mm (12.0x) 24-720mm (30.0x)
Max aperture - f/3.3-6.4
Macro focusing distance - 3cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen diagonal 3 inch 3 inch
Resolution of screen 230 thousand dot 1,040 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch functionality
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None Electronic
Viewfinder resolution - 1,166 thousand dot
Viewfinder coverage - 100%
Viewfinder magnification - 0.46x
Features
Lowest shutter speed 8s 4s
Highest shutter speed 1/2000s 1/2000s
Highest silent shutter speed - 1/16000s
Continuous shooting speed - 10.0 frames per second
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual exposure
Exposure compensation - Yes
Custom white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash distance - 5.60 m (at Auto ISO)
Flash options - Auto, Auto/Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Slow Sync./Red-eye Reduction, Forced Off
External flash
AEB
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Video resolutions 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) 3840 x 2160 (30p), 1920 x 1080 (60p, 60i, 30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p)
Highest video resolution 1280x720 3840x2160
Video data format H.264, Motion JPEG MPEG-4, AVCHD
Mic jack
Headphone jack
Connectivity
Wireless None Built-In
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 136 gr (0.30 lbs) 282 gr (0.62 lbs)
Physical dimensions 99 x 57 x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") 112 x 64 x 38mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.5")
DXO scores
DXO All around rating not tested 37
DXO Color Depth rating not tested 19.3
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested 10.6
DXO Low light rating not tested 109
Other
Battery life - 320 photos
Battery form - Battery Pack
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2 or 10 sec, 3 shots / 10 secs)
Time lapse feature
Type of storage - SD/SDHC/SDXC
Storage slots One One
Launch pricing $160 $248