Olympus SZ-12 vs Panasonic FZ60

On this page, we will be contrasting the Olympus SZ-12 and Panasonic FZ60, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by manufacturers Olympus and Panasonic. The resolution of the SZ-12 (14MP) and the FZ60 (16MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras have the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The SZ-12 was introduced 6 months prior to the FZ60 and they are of a similar age. The two cameras have different body design with the Olympus SZ-12 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic FZ60 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before getting into a complete comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the SZ-12 grades against the FZ60 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus SZ-12 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ60. The whole galleries are available at Olympus SZ-12 Gallery & Panasonic FZ60 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to travel with your camera frequently, you're going to have to think about its weight and volume. The Olympus SZ-12 comes with exterior measurements of 106mm x 69mm x 40mm (4.2" x 2.7" x 1.6") having a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FZ60 has sizing of 120mm x 81mm x 92mm (4.7" x 3.2" x 3.6") having a weight of 493 grams (1.09 lbs).

Look at the Olympus SZ-12 and Panasonic FZ60 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are using at the time. The following is a front view measurements comparison of the SZ-12 compared to the FZ60.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SZ-12 and FZ60 is 89 and 68 respectively.

Typically, it can be difficult to visualise the contrast between sensor dimensions purely by looking at technical specs. The picture here may provide you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the SZ-12 and FZ60.

As you have seen, both of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same MP. You can count on the Panasonic FZ60 to give extra detail using its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop pictures more aggressively.