Nikon 1 J3 vs Panasonic ZS60
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Nikon 1 J3 vs Panasonic ZS60 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 160 - 6400
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Nikon 1 Mount
- 201g - 101 x 61 x 29mm
- Announced November 2013
- Succeeded the Nikon 1 J2
- Replacement is Nikon 1 J4
(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
- Revealed January 2016
- Alternate Name is Lumix DMC-TZ80
- Old Model is Panasonic ZS50
- New Model is Panasonic ZS70
Nikon 1 J3 vs Panasonic ZS60 Overview
Here, we are reviewing the Nikon 1 J3 vs Panasonic ZS60, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Nikon and Panasonic. There is a significant difference between the image resolutions of the 1 J3 (14MP) and ZS60 (18MP) and the 1 J3 (1") and ZS60 (1/2.3") provide totally different sensor measurements.
TikTok Developing Photo App to Challenge Instagram's DominanceThe 1 J3 was revealed 3 years earlier than the ZS60 which is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Nikon 1 J3 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic ZS60 being a Compact camera.
Before getting into a thorough comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the 1 J3 scores versus the ZS60 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Nikon 1 J3 vs Panasonic ZS60 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon 1 J3 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS60. The full galleries are available at Nikon 1 J3 Gallery and Panasonic ZS60 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon 1 J3 over the Panasonic ZS60
1 J3 | ZS60 |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS60 over the Nikon 1 J3
ZS60 | 1 J3 | |||
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Revealed | January 2016 | November 2013 | More modern by 25 months | |
Display resolution | 1040k | 921k | Sharper display (+119k dot) | |
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Nikon 1 J3 and Panasonic ZS60
1 J3 | ZS60 | |||
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Manual focus | Dial precise focus | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display size | 3" | 3" | Same display measurements | |
Selfie screen | Missing selfie screen |
Nikon 1 J3 vs Panasonic ZS60 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is intending to carry around your camera regularly, you're going to have to factor its weight and measurements. The Nikon 1 J3 has got exterior dimensions of 101mm x 61mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 1.1") with a weight of 201 grams (0.44 lbs) and the Panasonic ZS60 has proportions of 112mm x 64mm x 38mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.5") along with a weight of 282 grams (0.62 lbs).
Examine the Nikon 1 J3 vs Panasonic ZS60 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you use at that time. The following is a front view scale comparison of the 1 J3 vs the ZS60.
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the 1 J3 and ZS60 is 92 and 88 respectively.
Nikon 1 J3 vs Panasonic ZS60 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is very tough to envision the difference between sensor sizes purely by reading technical specs. The pic here may give you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the 1 J3 and ZS60.
As you have seen, both the cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The 1 J3 having a larger sensor will make shooting bokeh easier and the Panasonic ZS60 will offer you extra detail because of its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The more aged 1 J3 is going to be behind with regard to sensor tech.
Nikon 1 J3 vs Panasonic ZS60 Screen and ViewFinder
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Nikon 1 J3 vs Panasonic ZS60 Specifications
Nikon 1 J3 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS60 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Nikon | Panasonic |
Model type | Nikon 1 J3 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS60 |
Other name | - | Lumix DMC-TZ80 |
Type | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Announced | 2013-11-30 | 2016-01-05 |
Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | Venus Engine |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 13.2 x 8.8mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 116.2mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14MP | 18MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4608 x 3072 | 4896 x 3672 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Maximum boosted ISO | - | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 160 | 80 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Total focus points | 135 | 49 |
Cross type focus points | 41 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Nikon 1 | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | - | 24-720mm (30.0x) |
Largest aperture | - | f/3.3-6.4 |
Macro focusing distance | - | 3cm |
Number of lenses | 13 | - |
Focal length multiplier | 2.7 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 921 thousand dots | 1,040 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Display technology | TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 1,166 thousand dots |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100% |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.46x |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30 secs | 4 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Maximum quiet shutter speed | 1/16000 secs | 1/16000 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 15.0 frames/s | 10.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.00 m | 5.60 m (at Auto ISO) |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow sync, Rear curtain | Auto, Auto/Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Slow Sync./Red-eye Reduction, Forced Off |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Maximum flash synchronize | 1/60 secs | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60, 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60 fps), 1072 x 720 (60 fps) 640 x 240 (400), 320 x 120 (1200) | 3840 x 2160 (30p), 1920 x 1080 (60p, 60i, 30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 3840x2160 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Optional | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 201 gr (0.44 pounds) | 282 gr (0.62 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 101 x 61 x 29mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 1.1") | 112 x 64 x 38mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | 52 | 37 |
DXO Color Depth rating | 20.4 | 19.3 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 11.0 | 10.6 |
DXO Low light rating | 420 | 109 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 220 pictures | 320 pictures |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | EN-EL20 | - |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 3 shots / 10 secs) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC card | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | One | One |
Retail price | $170 | $248 |