Panasonic FX48 vs Panasonic ZS60

On this page, we will be matching up the Panasonic FX48 vs Panasonic ZS60, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both are designed by Panasonic. There exists a sizable gap between the resolutions of the FX48 (12MP) and ZS60 (18MP) but both cameras have the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The FX48 was unveiled 8 years earlier than the ZS60 which is quite a significant difference as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a short summation of how the FX48 scores against the ZS60 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX48 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS60. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic FX48 Gallery & Panasonic ZS60 Gallery.

When you are intending to carry around your camera frequently, you will have to think about its weight and volume. The Panasonic FX48 comes with external dimensions of 95mm x 53mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.9") with a weight of 150 grams (0.33 lbs) and the Panasonic ZS60 has sizing of 112mm x 64mm x 38mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.5") having a weight of 282 grams (0.62 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are working with during that time. The following is a front view proportions comparison of the FX48 against the ZS60.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the FX48 and ZS60 is 95 and 88 respectively.

Sometimes, it is hard to imagine the difference between sensor sizes merely by reading a spec sheet. The pic below will give you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the FX48 and ZS60.

Clearly, both of those cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different resolution. You can count on the Panasonic ZS60 to offer you more detail having an extra 6MP. Higher resolution will help you crop photographs a bit more aggressively. The more aged FX48 is going to be behind with regard to sensor innovation.