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Nikon A10 vs Panasonic ZS60

Portability
94
Imaging
41
Features
23
Overall
33
Nikon Coolpix A10 front
 
Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS60 front
Portability
88
Imaging
44
Features
63
Overall
51

Nikon A10 vs Panasonic ZS60 Key Specs

Nikon A10
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 80 - 1600
  • Digital Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 26-130mm (F3.2-6.5) lens
  • 160g - 96 x 59 x 29mm
  • Revealed January 2016
Panasonic ZS60
(Full Review)
  • 18MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 3200 (Increase 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
  • Alternative Name is Lumix DMC-TZ80
  • Earlier Model is Panasonic ZS50
  • Replacement is Panasonic ZS70
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Nikon A10 vs Panasonic ZS60 Overview

Lets take a deeper look at the Nikon A10 versus Panasonic ZS60, one being a Ultracompact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Nikon and Panasonic. The resolution of the A10 (16MP) and the ZS60 (18MP) is pretty well matched and they use the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The A10 was launched very close to the ZS60 which means that they are both of a similar generation. The two cameras come with different body type with the Nikon A10 being a Ultracompact camera and the Panasonic ZS60 being a Compact camera.

Before diving through a in-depth comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the A10 matches up against the ZS60 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

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Reasons to pick Nikon A10 over the Panasonic ZS60

 A10 ZS60 

Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS60 over the Nikon A10

 ZS60 A10 
Focus manually Dial precise focusing
Screen dimension3"2.7"Bigger screen (+0.3")
Screen resolution1040k230kCrisper screen (+810k dot)
Touch screen Quickly navigate

Common features in the Nikon A10 and Panasonic ZS60

 A10 ZS60 
IntroducedJanuary 2016January 2016Similar generation
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Selfie screen Neither features selfie screen

Nikon A10 vs Panasonic ZS60 Physical Comparison

In case you're planning to lug around your camera often, you need to factor its weight and volume. The Nikon A10 enjoys exterior measurements of 96mm x 59mm x 29mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs) and the Panasonic ZS60 has sizing of 112mm x 64mm x 38mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.5") having a weight of 282 grams (0.62 lbs).

Check the Nikon A10 versus Panasonic ZS60 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Underneath is the front view physical size comparison of the A10 versus the ZS60.

Nikon A10 vs Panasonic ZS60 size comparison

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the A10 and ZS60 is 94 and 88 respectively.

Nikon A10 vs Panasonic ZS60 top view buttons comparison

Nikon A10 vs Panasonic ZS60 Sensor Comparison

Typically, it is hard to envision the difference between sensor measurements purely by checking technical specs. The graphic here will help offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the A10 and ZS60.

As you have seen, both the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same resolution. You should expect the Panasonic ZS60 to give you greater detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop shots much more aggressively.

Nikon A10 vs Panasonic ZS60 sensor size comparison

Nikon A10 vs Panasonic ZS60 Screen and ViewFinder

Nikon A10 vs Panasonic ZS60 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Nikon A10 as a Portrait photography camera
Panasonic ZS60 as a Portrait photography camera
36
resolution is good (16 megapixels)
comes with face detection focusing
no manual focus
lack of manual exposure
no external flash support
very small sensor (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
53
has manual focus
resolution is good (18MP)
features face detect focus
supports RAW formats
no external flash support
small sensor size (1/2.3")
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Street Comparison

Nikon A10 Street photography factors
Panasonic ZS60 Street photography factors
56
built in image stabilization (Digital)
no moving screen
very small sensor (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
heavier than competition (160g)
71
built in image stabilization (Optical)
supports RAW formats
provides touch focus
lighter than competitors (282 grams)
no moving screen
small sensor size (1/2.3")
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Sports Comparison

Nikon A10 Sports photography factors
Panasonic ZS60 Sports photography factors
37
built in image stabilization (Digital)
resolution is good (16MP)
continuous shooting slow (1.2 frames/s)
no shutter priority
very small sensor (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect AF
57
incredible zoom range (24-720mm 30.0 x zoom)
quiet shooting (1/16,000s)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
resolution is good (18MP)
features tracking focus
small sensor size (1/2.3")
doesn't have phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Nikon A10 Travel photography highlights
Panasonic ZS60 Travel photography highlights
62
resolution is good (16 megapixels)
has built in flash
quite wide (26mm)
missing Time Lapse mode
heavier than competition (160 grams)
does not posses selfie friendly display
slow maximum aperture (f3.2)
74
lighter than competitors (282 grams)
provides touch focus
resolution is good (18MP)
has built in flash
decently wide (24mm)
long reach (720mm)
display is not selfie friendly
slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
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Landscape Comparison

Landscape photography with Nikon A10
Landscape photography with Panasonic ZS60
39
quite wide (26mm)
built in image stabilization (Digital)
resolution is good (16 megapixels)
no manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
slow maximum aperture (f3.2)
small screen (2.7 inches)
lack of manual exposure
very small sensor (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
missing Time Lapse mode
59
has manual focus
decently wide (24mm)
good sized screen (3 inches)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
resolution is good (18MP)
supports RAW formats
can't swap lens (fixed lens mount)
slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
small sensor size (1/2.3")
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Vlogging Comparison

Nikon A10 Vlogging factors
Panasonic ZS60 Vlogging factors
30
quite wide (26mm)
built in image stabilization (Digital)
comes with face detection focusing
slow maximum aperture (f3.2)
does not posses selfie friendly display
video resolution low (1280 x 720 pxls)
missing external mic support
heavier than competition (160g)
35
decently wide (24mm)
touchscreen
built in image stabilization (Optical)
features face detect focus
high quality video (3840 x 2160 resolution)
lighter than competitors (282g)
slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
display is not selfie friendly
no microphone port
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Nikon A10 vs Panasonic ZS60 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Nikon A10 and Panasonic ZS60
 Nikon Coolpix A10Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS60
General Information
Manufacturer Nikon Panasonic
Model type Nikon Coolpix A10 Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS60
Alternative name - Lumix DMC-TZ80
Category Ultracompact Small Sensor Superzoom
Revealed 2016-01-14 2016-01-05
Body design Ultracompact Compact
Sensor Information
Processor Chip - Venus Engine
Sensor type CCD CMOS
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor measurements 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor surface area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 16MP 18MP
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 and 16:9 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Peak resolution 4608 x 3456 4896 x 3672
Highest native ISO 1600 3200
Highest enhanced ISO - 6400
Lowest native ISO 80 80
RAW format
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
AF touch
Continuous AF
Single AF
AF tracking
AF selectice
Center weighted AF
AF multi area
Live view AF
Face detect AF
Contract detect AF
Phase detect AF
Total focus points - 49
Lens
Lens support fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 26-130mm (5.0x) 24-720mm (30.0x)
Maximum aperture f/3.2-6.5 f/3.3-6.4
Macro focusing distance 10cm 3cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display sizing 2.7 inches 3 inches
Display resolution 230k dot 1,040k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch functionality
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None Electronic
Viewfinder resolution - 1,166k dot
Viewfinder coverage - 100 percent
Viewfinder magnification - 0.46x
Features
Min shutter speed 4s 4s
Max shutter speed 1/2000s 1/2000s
Max quiet shutter speed - 1/16000s
Continuous shutter speed 1.2 frames per second 10.0 frames per second
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Exposure compensation - Yes
Custom WB
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash distance 3.60 m (at Auto ISO) 5.60 m (at Auto ISO)
Flash settings Auto, auto w/redeye reduction, off, fill flash, slow sync Auto, Auto/Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Slow Sync./Red-eye Reduction, Forced Off
Hot shoe
Auto exposure bracketing
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1280 x 720 (30p) 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 Motion JPEG MPEG-4, AVCHD
Microphone 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 160g (0.35 pounds) 282g (0.62 pounds)
Dimensions 96 x 59 x 29mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 1.1") 112 x 64 x 38mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.5")
DXO scores
DXO Overall 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 200 shots 320 shots
Form of battery AA Battery Pack
Self timer Yes Yes (2 or 10 sec, 3 shots / 10 secs)
Time lapse recording
Storage media SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal SD/SDHC/SDXC
Storage slots One One
Price at release $90 $248