Panasonic LX100 II vs Panasonic ZS60

Below is a thorough comparison of the Panasonic LX100 II versus Panasonic ZS60, one being a Large Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and they are both created by Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the LX100 II (17MP) and the ZS60 (18MP) is relatively comparable but the LX100 II (Four Thirds) and ZS60 (1/2.3") use totally different sensor sizes.

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The LX100 II was revealed 2 years later than the ZS60 and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic LX100 II being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Panasonic ZS60 being a Compact camera.

Before we go straight into a detailed comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the LX100 II matches up vs the ZS60 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DC-LX100 II and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS60. The full galleries are available at Panasonic LX100 II Gallery and Panasonic ZS60 Gallery.

If you're intending to lug around your camera, you're going to have to consider its weight and size. The Panasonic LX100 II enjoys external dimensions of 115mm x 66mm x 64mm (4.5" x 2.6" x 2.5") having a weight of 392 grams (0.86 lbs) whilst the Panasonic ZS60 has specifications of 112mm x 64mm x 38mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 282 grams (0.62 lbs).

Look at the Panasonic LX100 II versus Panasonic ZS60 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have attached at that moment. Underneath is the front view measurement comparison of the LX100 II versus the ZS60.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the LX100 II and ZS60 is 81 and 88 respectively.

Typically, it is very tough to see the gap in sensor measurements only by checking out a spec sheet. The visual here will offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the LX100 II and ZS60.

Clearly, both of the cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The LX100 II having a bigger sensor will make achieving shallower DOF less difficult and the Panasonic ZS60 will produce greater detail because of its extra 1 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop shots far more aggressively. The newer LX100 II is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.