Panasonic 3D1 vs Panasonic FZ60

On this page, we are analyzing the Panasonic 3D1 and Panasonic FZ60, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both of them are sold by Panasonic. There is a large difference between the resolutions of the 3D1 (12MP) and FZ60 (16MP) but both cameras offer the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The 3D1 was brought out 8 months earlier than the FZ60 and they are of a similar age. Both the cameras have different body design with the Panasonic 3D1 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic FZ60 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before going into a in depth comparison, here is a concise summary of how the 3D1 matches up against the FZ60 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-3D1 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ60. The entire galleries are available at Panasonic 3D1 Gallery & Panasonic FZ60 Gallery.

For anybody who is going to travel with your camera, you will need to factor its weight and measurements. The Panasonic 3D1 has got exterior dimensions of 108mm x 58mm x 24mm (4.3" x 2.3" x 0.9") along with a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs) and 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).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are working with during that time. Following is a front view over all size comparison of the 3D1 against the FZ60.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the 3D1 and FZ60 is 93 and 68 respectively.

Generally, it can be hard to imagine the difference between sensor dimensions simply by going over a spec sheet. The pic underneath will help offer you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the 3D1 and FZ60.

As you can see, both the cameras have the same sensor dimensions but different megapixels. You can anticipate the Panasonic FZ60 to offer greater detail having its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop images a bit more aggressively. The more aged 3D1 is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.