Panasonic FH7 vs Panasonic ZS60

Following is a thorough assessment of the Panasonic FH7 versus Panasonic ZS60, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and they are both manufactured by Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the FH7 (16MP) and the ZS60 (18MP) is relatively comparable and they possess the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The FH7 was brought out 5 years before the ZS60 which is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving straight into a in depth comparison, below is a brief overview of how the FH7 grades versus the ZS60 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH7 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS60. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic FH7 Gallery & Panasonic ZS60 Gallery.

For anyone who is going to carry around your camera regularly, you're going to have to factor its weight and size. The Panasonic FH7 has physical dimensions of 95mm x 56mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") having a weight of 126 grams (0.28 lbs) while the Panasonic ZS60 has specifications of 112mm x 64mm x 38mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.5") with a weight of 282 grams (0.62 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are working with during that time. Underneath is the front view physical size comparison of the FH7 vs the ZS60.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the FH7 and ZS60 is 96 and 88 respectively.

Typically, it is tough to envision the difference in sensor sizes merely by seeing specs. The pic here will help give you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the FH7 and ZS60.

All in all, both of those cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same resolution. You can count on the Panasonic ZS60 to show more detail having its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop shots far more aggressively. The more aged FH7 will be behind with regard to sensor technology.