Nikon S5200 vs Panasonic ZS60
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Nikon S5200 vs Panasonic ZS60 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 3200
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 26-156mm (F) lens
- 146g - 98 x 58 x 22mm
- Launched January 2013
(Full Review)
- 18MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200 (Push 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
- Additionally referred to as Lumix DMC-TZ80
- Previous Model is Panasonic ZS50
- Later Model is Panasonic ZS70

Nikon S5200 vs Panasonic ZS60 Overview
In this write-up, we will be comparing the Nikon S5200 and Panasonic ZS60, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Nikon and Panasonic. The resolution of the S5200 (16MP) and the ZS60 (18MP) is pretty well matched and they come with the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The S5200 was unveiled 3 years prior to the ZS60 which is quite a sizable difference as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before diving in to a complete comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the S5200 matches up against the ZS60 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Nikon S5200 vs Panasonic ZS60 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix S5200 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS60. The full galleries are available at Nikon S5200 Gallery & Panasonic ZS60 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S5200 over the Panasonic ZS60
S5200 | ZS60 |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS60 over the Nikon S5200
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Introduced | January 2016 | ![]() | January 2013 | Newer by 35 months |
Manually focus | ![]() | More accurate focus | ||
Screen resolution | 1040k | ![]() | 460k | Crisper screen (+580k dot) |
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Nikon S5200 and Panasonic ZS60
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent screen dimensions |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen |
Nikon S5200 vs Panasonic ZS60 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is going to travel with your camera frequently, you'll have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Nikon S5200 has exterior dimensions of 98mm x 58mm x 22mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") having a weight of 146 grams (0.32 lbs) whilst the Panasonic ZS60 has dimensions of 112mm x 64mm x 38mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.5") along with a weight of 282 grams (0.62 lbs).
Contrast the Nikon S5200 and Panasonic ZS60 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Underneath is the front view measurements comparison of the S5200 against the ZS60.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S5200 and ZS60 is 95 and 88 respectively.

Nikon S5200 vs Panasonic ZS60 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it can be tough to visualize the gap between sensor dimensions simply by checking technical specs. The picture here might offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the S5200 and ZS60.
As you can tell, both of those cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different megapixels. You can expect the Panasonic ZS60 to give you more detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop shots a little more aggressively. The more aged S5200 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.

Nikon S5200 vs Panasonic ZS60 Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon S5200 vs Panasonic ZS60 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S5200 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS60 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Nikon | Panasonic |
Model | Nikon Coolpix S5200 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS60 |
Also called as | - | Lumix DMC-TZ80 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2013-01-29 | 2016-01-05 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | Venus Engine |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.16 x 4.62mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.5mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 18 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4896 x 3672 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Max enhanced ISO | - | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 125 | 80 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Number of focus points | - | 49 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 26-156mm (6.0x) | 24-720mm (30.0x) |
Max aperture | - | f/3.3-6.4 |
Macro focus range | - | 3cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of screen | 460k dot | 1,040k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Screen tech | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | 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 silent shutter speed | - | 1/16000s |
Continuous shutter speed | - | 10.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | - | 5.60 m (at Auto ISO) |
Flash modes | - | Auto, Auto/Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Slow Sync./Red-eye Reduction, Forced Off |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 | 3840 x 2160 (30p), 1920 x 1080 (60p, 60i, 30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 3840x2160 |
Video file format | - | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 146 gr (0.32 pounds) | 282 gr (0.62 pounds) |
Dimensions | 98 x 58 x 22mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") | 112 x 64 x 38mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | 37 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 19.3 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 10.6 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 109 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 160 shots | 320 shots |
Battery format | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | EN-EL19 | - |
Self timer | - | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 3 shots / 10 secs) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at release | $130 | $248 |