Nikon S9500 vs Panasonic FZ60
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42 Features
37 Overall
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![Nikon Coolpix S9500 front Nikon Coolpix S9500 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Nikon-Coolpix-S9500/Nikon-S9500-front.jpg)
![Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ60 front Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ60 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-FZ60/Panasonic-FZ60-front.jpg)
68 Imaging
39 Features
48 Overall
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Nikon S9500 vs Panasonic FZ60 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 18MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-550mm (F) lens
- 205g - 110 x 60 x 31mm
- Announced January 2013
- Succeeded the Nikon S9300
- Updated by Nikon S9700
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200 (Raise to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-600mm (F2.8-5.2) lens
- 493g - 120 x 81 x 92mm
- Released July 2012
- Other Name is Lumix DMC-FZ62
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Nikon S9500 vs Panasonic FZ60 Overview
On this page, we are analyzing the Nikon S9500 vs Panasonic FZ60, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by brands Nikon and Panasonic. The image resolution of the S9500 (18MP) and the FZ60 (16MP) is very well matched and both cameras posses the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").
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The S9500 was unveiled 7 months after the FZ60 so they are of a similar age. Both cameras have different body design with the Nikon S9500 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic FZ60 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.
Before going into a more detailed comparison, here is a short overview of how the S9500 scores vs the FZ60 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Nikon S9500 vs Panasonic FZ60 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix S9500 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ60. The full galleries are available at Nikon S9500 Gallery & Panasonic FZ60 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S9500 over the Panasonic FZ60
S9500 | FZ60 | |||
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Released | January 2013 | ![]() | July 2012 | More modern by 7 months |
Display resolution | 614k | ![]() | 460k | Crisper display (+154k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic FZ60 over the Nikon S9500
FZ60 | S9500 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Dial exact focus |
Common features in the Nikon S9500 and Panasonic FZ60
S9500 | FZ60 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal display dimensions |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither features selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Neither features Touch friendly display |
Nikon S9500 vs Panasonic FZ60 Physical Comparison
In case you're looking to carry around your camera, you are going to need to consider its weight and measurements. The Nikon S9500 enjoys physical measurements of 110mm x 60mm x 31mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.2") along with a weight of 205 grams (0.45 lbs) while the Panasonic FZ60 has proportions of 120mm x 81mm x 92mm (4.7" x 3.2" x 3.6") and a weight of 493 grams (1.09 lbs).
See the Nikon S9500 vs Panasonic FZ60 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you choose at that time. Here is a front view physical size comparison of the S9500 versus the FZ60.
![Nikon S9500 vs Panasonic FZ60 size comparison Nikon S9500 vs Panasonic FZ60 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-S9500-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-FZ60-size-comparison.jpg)
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the S9500 and FZ60 is 92 and 68 respectively.
![Nikon S9500 vs Panasonic FZ60 top view buttons comparison Nikon S9500 vs Panasonic FZ60 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-S9500-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-FZ60-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Nikon S9500 vs Panasonic FZ60 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it can be difficult to visualise the gap between sensor sizes purely by checking a spec sheet. The image here might give you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the S9500 and FZ60.
Clearly, both of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same megapixels. You can expect to see the Nikon S9500 to give more detail having an extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop pics a bit more aggressively. The younger S9500 is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.
![Nikon S9500 vs Panasonic FZ60 sensor size comparison Nikon S9500 vs Panasonic FZ60 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-S9500-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-FZ60-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Nikon S9500 vs Panasonic FZ60 Screen and ViewFinder
![Nikon S9500 vs Panasonic FZ60 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Nikon S9500 vs Panasonic FZ60 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-S9500-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-FZ60-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Nikon S9500 vs Panasonic FZ60 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S9500 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ60 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Nikon | Panasonic |
Model | Nikon Coolpix S9500 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ60 |
Otherwise known as | - | Lumix DMC-FZ62 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Announced | 2013-01-29 | 2012-07-18 |
Physical type | Compact | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.16 x 4.62mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 28.5mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 18 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4896 x 3672 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | - | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 125 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 99 | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-550mm (22.0x) | 25-600mm (24.0x) |
Max aperture | - | f/2.8-5.2 |
Macro focus distance | - | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 614k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Screen tech | OLED monitor | TFT Screen LCD Display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 202k dots |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100 percent |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4s | 4s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1500s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 7.5 frames/s | 10.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | - | 13.50 m |
Flash options | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 | 1920 x 1080 (60, 50, 30, 25 fps), 1280 x 720p (60, 50, 30, 25 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 25 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | - | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 205 grams (0.45 lbs) | 493 grams (1.09 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 110 x 60 x 31mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.2") | 120 x 81 x 92mm (4.7" x 3.2" x 3.6") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 230 pictures | 450 pictures |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | EN-EL12 | - |
Self timer | - | Yes (2 or 10 secs) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch cost | $230 | $350 |