Fujifilm S9900w vs Panasonic ZS60

Lets look a little more in depth at the Fujifilm S9900w vs Panasonic ZS60, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Panasonic. The image resolution of the Fujifilm S9900w (16MP) and the ZS60 (18MP) is fairly comparable and both cameras offer the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm S9900w was introduced 11 months prior to the ZS60 so they are both of a similar generation. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Fujifilm S9900w being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic ZS60 being a Compact camera.

Before going right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a brief summary of how the Fujifilm S9900w matches up vs the ZS60 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm S9900w and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS60. The whole galleries are available at Fujifilm S9900w Gallery and Panasonic ZS60 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to lug around your camera frequently, you will have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm S9900w offers outer measurements of 123mm x 87mm x 116mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 4.6") with a weight of 670 grams (1.48 lbs) whilst the Panasonic ZS60 has dimensions of 112mm x 64mm x 38mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.5") having a weight of 282 grams (0.62 lbs).

Contrast the Fujifilm S9900w vs Panasonic ZS60 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Here is a front view scale comparison of the Fujifilm S9900w against the ZS60.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm S9900w and ZS60 is 61 and 88 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very hard to visualise the contrast in sensor measurements purely by checking out technical specs. The graphic here will provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm S9900w and ZS60.

As you have seen, both of these cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same resolution. You should anticipate the Panasonic ZS60 to produce greater detail using its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The older Fujifilm S9900w will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.