Olympus SZ-16 iHS vs Panasonic FZ60
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Olympus SZ-16 iHS vs Panasonic FZ60 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-600mm (F3.0-6.9) lens
- 226g - 108 x 70 x 40mm
- Revealed January 2013
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200 (Bump to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-600mm (F2.8-5.2) lens
- 493g - 120 x 81 x 92mm
- Announced July 2012
- Additionally referred to as Lumix DMC-FZ62

Olympus SZ-16 iHS vs Panasonic FZ60 Overview
Following is a extended comparison of the Olympus SZ-16 iHS and Panasonic FZ60, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by brands Olympus and Panasonic. The resolution of the SZ-16 iHS (16MP) and the FZ60 (16MP) is relatively similar and they come with the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The SZ-16 iHS was launched 6 months after the FZ60 so they are of a similar generation. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Olympus SZ-16 iHS being a Compact camera and the Panasonic FZ60 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.
Before delving in to a thorough comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the SZ-16 iHS grades versus the FZ60 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Olympus SZ-16 iHS vs Panasonic FZ60 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus SZ-16 iHS and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ60. The complete galleries are viewable at Olympus SZ-16 iHS Gallery and Panasonic FZ60 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus SZ-16 iHS over the Panasonic FZ60
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Reasons to pick Panasonic FZ60 over the Olympus SZ-16 iHS
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Focus manually | ![]() | Very accurate focusing |
Common features in the Olympus SZ-16 iHS and Panasonic FZ60
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Announced | January 2013 | ![]() | July 2012 | Similar generation |
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent screen sizing |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 460k | Equal screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Lack of Touch screen |
Olympus SZ-16 iHS vs Panasonic FZ60 Physical Comparison
For those who are looking to carry around your camera frequently, you will want to think about its weight and proportions. The Olympus SZ-16 iHS has got outside dimensions of 108mm x 70mm x 40mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 1.6") and a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs) and the Panasonic FZ60 has measurements of 120mm x 81mm x 92mm (4.7" x 3.2" x 3.6") having a weight of 493 grams (1.09 lbs).
See the Olympus SZ-16 iHS and Panasonic FZ60 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are working with at the time. Following is the front view proportions comparison of the SZ-16 iHS vs the FZ60.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the SZ-16 iHS and FZ60 is 89 and 68 respectively.

Olympus SZ-16 iHS vs Panasonic FZ60 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is very hard to see the gap between sensor sizes purely by reading specifications. The pic here might give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the SZ-16 iHS and FZ60.
Plainly, both the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the exact same resolution so you should expect similar quality of pictures though you might want to consider the release date of the products into consideration.

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Olympus SZ-16 iHS vs Panasonic FZ60 Specifications
Olympus SZ-16 iHS | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ60 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Olympus | Panasonic |
Model | Olympus SZ-16 iHS | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ60 |
Also called as | - | Lumix DMC-FZ62 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Revealed | 2013-01-08 | 2012-07-18 |
Physical type | Compact | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 16MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Highest boosted ISO | - | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 23 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-600mm (24.0x) | 25-600mm (24.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.0-6.9 | 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 diagonal | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of screen | 460 thousand dots | 460 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen tech | TFT Color LCD | TFT Screen LCD Display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 202 thousand dots |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100% |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4 seconds | 4 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 2.0 frames per sec | 10.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | - | 13.50 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 180 (30fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60, 50, 30, 25 fps), 1280 x 720p (60, 50, 30, 25 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 25 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 226 grams (0.50 lbs) | 493 grams (1.09 lbs) |
Dimensions | 108 x 70 x 40mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 1.6") | 120 x 81 x 92mm (4.7" x 3.2" x 3.6") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 | 220 shots | 450 shots |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | LI-50B | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec, pet auto shutter) | Yes (2 or 10 secs) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Launch price | $230 | $350 |