Panasonic FP1 vs Panasonic ZS60

Here, we are matching up the Panasonic FP1 and Panasonic ZS60, former being a Ultracompact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both of them are sold by Panasonic. There is a large difference among the sensor resolutions of the FP1 (12MP) and ZS60 (18MP) but both cameras provide the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The FP1 was introduced 7 years prior to the ZS60 and that is a fairly serious difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic FP1 being a Ultracompact camera and the Panasonic ZS60 being a Compact camera.

Before going right into a in depth comparison, here is a brief overview of how the FP1 scores versus the ZS60 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP1 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS60. The whole galleries are provided at Panasonic FP1 Gallery & Panasonic ZS60 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to lug around your camera frequently, you'll have to consider its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FP1 offers physical dimensions of 99mm x 59mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") with a weight of 151 grams (0.33 lbs) while the Panasonic ZS60 has proportions of 112mm x 64mm x 38mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.5") and a weight of 282 grams (0.62 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic FP1 and Panasonic ZS60 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you select at that time. Below is a front view over all size comparison of the FP1 compared to the ZS60.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the FP1 and ZS60 is 95 and 88 respectively.

Often, it can be difficult to visualize the gap in sensor measurements simply by seeing technical specs. The photograph underneath will give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the FP1 and ZS60.

As you have seen, the 2 cameras come with the identical sensor size but different resolution. You can expect to see the Panasonic ZS60 to produce extra detail using its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The older FP1 will be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.