Fujifilm S9800 vs Panasonic ZS60

In this write-up, we are matching up the Fujifilm S9800 vs Panasonic ZS60, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Panasonic. The resolution of the Fujifilm S9800 (16MP) and the ZS60 (18MP) is very similar and they come with the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

Photography Glossary

The Fujifilm S9800 was manufactured 11 months prior to the ZS60 so they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Fujifilm S9800 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic ZS60 being a Compact camera.

Before diving through a more detailed comparison, below is a simple overview of how the Fujifilm S9800 grades versus the ZS60 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm S9800 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS60. The entire galleries are available at Fujifilm S9800 Gallery and Panasonic ZS60 Gallery.

In case you're planning to carry your camera regularly, you have to think about its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm S9800 has exterior dimensions of 123mm x 87mm x 116mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 4.6") accompanied by a weight of 670 grams (1.48 lbs) and the Panasonic ZS60 has measurements of 112mm x 64mm x 38mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 282 grams (0.62 lbs).

Examine the Fujifilm S9800 vs Panasonic ZS60 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are utilising at the time. Following is the front view overall size comparison of the Fujifilm S9800 against the ZS60.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm S9800 and ZS60 is 61 and 88 respectively.

More often than not, its hard to envision the gap between sensor sizing simply by going over specs. The visual below will give you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm S9800 and ZS60.

As you can plainly see, the 2 cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same megapixels. You should expect to see the Panasonic ZS60 to deliver greater detail due to its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will help you crop images far more aggressively. The older Fujifilm S9800 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.