Nikon S570 vs Panasonic ZS60

In this article, we will be analyzing the Nikon S570 and Panasonic ZS60, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Nikon and Panasonic. There exists a large gap among the resolutions of the S570 (12MP) and ZS60 (18MP) but they enjoy the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The S570 was brought out 7 years earlier than the ZS60 which is a fairly serious difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the S570 grades versus the ZS60 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix S570 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS60. The entire galleries are provided at Nikon S570 Gallery & Panasonic ZS60 Gallery.

For those who are intending to travel with your camera often, you need to factor its weight and proportions. The Nikon S570 comes with outside measurements of 92mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 140 grams (0.31 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).

Take a look at the Nikon S570 and Panasonic ZS60 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have chosen at the time. The following is the front view dimension comparison of the S570 against the ZS60.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S570 and ZS60 is 95 and 88 respectively.

More often than not, it is hard to envision the difference in sensor dimensions only by viewing a spec sheet. The pic below will help offer you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the S570 and ZS60.

Clearly, the two cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same resolution. You can expect the Panasonic ZS60 to render more detail having its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop photographs far more aggressively. The more aged S570 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.