Panasonic FX90 vs Panasonic FZ60

In this write-up, we are contrasting the Panasonic FX90 versus Panasonic FZ60, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and they are both offered by Panasonic. There exists a noticeable gap between the resolutions of the FX90 (12MP) and FZ60 (16MP) but they come with the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The FX90 was introduced 10 months before the FZ60 so they are both of a similar age. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic FX90 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic FZ60 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before diving straight into a detailed comparison, below is a brief highlight of how the FX90 matches up versus the FZ60 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX90 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ60. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic FX90 Gallery & Panasonic FZ60 Gallery.

When you are planning to carry your camera frequently, you will have to consider its weight and size. The Panasonic FX90 has outside dimensions of 102mm x 56mm x 22mm (4.0" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 149 grams (0.33 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FZ60 has specifications 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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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you choose at that time. The following is the front view over all size comparison of the FX90 versus the FZ60.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the FX90 and FZ60 is 95 and 68 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be tough to picture the gap between sensor sizing purely by reading specifications. The photograph here may offer you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the FX90 and FZ60.

Plainly, both of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but different resolution. You can anticipate the Panasonic FZ60 to offer greater detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop pics a little more aggressively. The older FX90 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.