Fujifilm XP60 vs Panasonic ZS20

Its time to look more closely at the Fujifilm XP60 and Panasonic ZS20, one being a Waterproof and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors FujiFilm and Panasonic. The resolution of the Fujifilm XP60 (16MP) and the ZS20 (14MP) is very well matched and both cameras have the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm XP60 was revealed 15 months later than the ZS20 making them a generation apart from one another. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before going straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the Fujifilm XP60 grades vs the ZS20 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm FinePix XP60 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS20. The full galleries are available at Fujifilm XP60 Gallery and Panasonic ZS20 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to carry your camera frequently, you have to take into account its weight and volume. The Fujifilm XP60 comes with exterior measurements of 104mm x 67mm x 26mm (4.1" x 2.6" x 1.0") along with a weight of 183 grams (0.40 lbs) whilst the Panasonic ZS20 has sizing of 105mm x 59mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 206 grams (0.45 lbs).

See the Fujifilm XP60 and Panasonic ZS20 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are using during that time. Following is a front view scale comparison of the Fujifilm XP60 versus the ZS20.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm XP60 and ZS20 is 93 and 92 respectively.

Normally, it can be difficult to visualise the contrast between sensor sizing only by reading through specifications. The photograph below might give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm XP60 and ZS20.

Plainly, each of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same resolution. You should expect to see the Fujifilm XP60 to resolve extra detail because of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop pics a bit more aggressively. The newer Fujifilm XP60 is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.