Olympus XZ-10 vs Panasonic FZ60

Below, we will be contrasting the Olympus XZ-10 and Panasonic FZ60, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Olympus and Panasonic. There is a crucial difference between the sensor resolutions of the XZ-10 (12MP) and FZ60 (16MP) but they enjoy the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The XZ-10 was introduced 7 months after the FZ60 and they are of a similar generation. Each of the cameras come with different body type with the Olympus XZ-10 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic FZ60 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before going through a in depth comparison, below is a quick summation of how the XZ-10 grades against the FZ60 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus Stylus XZ-10 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ60. The whole galleries are provided at Olympus XZ-10 Gallery and Panasonic FZ60 Gallery.

For anybody who is going to travel with your camera frequently, you'll have to consider its weight and size. The Olympus XZ-10 features exterior measurements of 102mm x 61mm x 34mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 221 grams (0.49 lbs) and the Panasonic FZ60 has specifications of 120mm x 81mm x 92mm (4.7" x 3.2" x 3.6") with a weight of 493 grams (1.09 lbs).

Analyze the Olympus XZ-10 and Panasonic FZ60 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are using at that time. Underneath is the front view proportions comparison of the XZ-10 compared to the FZ60.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the XZ-10 and FZ60 is 91 and 68 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's hard to envision the contrast between sensor dimensions just by reviewing a spec sheet. The image below will help give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the XZ-10 and FZ60.

As you can see, both cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same resolution. You should count on the Panasonic FZ60 to deliver more detail using its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop pictures much more aggressively. The younger XZ-10 is going to have an edge in sensor technology.