Panasonic FS25 vs Panasonic FZ60

Following is a extensive analysis of the Panasonic FS25 vs Panasonic FZ60, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both are designed by Panasonic. There is a sizable difference between the resolutions of the FS25 (12MP) and FZ60 (16MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The FS25 was revealed 4 years before the FZ60 which is quite a significant difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic FS25 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic FZ60 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before diving right into a more detailed comparison, here is a short summary of how the FS25 scores versus the FZ60 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS25 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ60. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic FS25 Gallery & Panasonic FZ60 Gallery.

When you are intending to carry around your camera, you will want to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic FS25 offers outside dimensions of 97mm x 58mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") along with a weight of 148 grams (0.33 lbs) while the Panasonic FZ60 has dimensions of 120mm x 81mm x 92mm (4.7" x 3.2" x 3.6") with a weight of 493 grams (1.09 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you choose at that time. Underneath is a front view measurement comparison of the FS25 vs the FZ60.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the FS25 and FZ60 is 95 and 68 respectively.

Usually, its hard to picture the gap between sensor sizes just by looking at specifications. The image underneath may provide you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the FS25 and FZ60.

Plainly, both of the cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different megapixels. You can count on the Panasonic FZ60 to resolve greater detail because of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The more aged FS25 is going to be behind with regard to sensor tech.