Panasonic FZ100 vs Panasonic FZ60

Below is a in depth analysis of the Panasonic FZ100 and Panasonic FZ60, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras and they are both designed by Panasonic. The resolution of the FZ100 (14MP) and the FZ60 (16MP) is fairly similar and both cameras offer the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The FZ100 was released 24 months prior to the FZ60 making them a generation apart from each other. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before getting right into a full comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the FZ100 matches up versus the FZ60 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ100 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ60. The complete galleries are available at Panasonic FZ100 Gallery and Panasonic FZ60 Gallery.

When you are looking to lug around your camera regularly, you'll need to factor its weight and volume. The Panasonic FZ100 provides external dimensions of 124mm x 82mm x 92mm (4.9" x 3.2" x 3.6") along with a weight of 540 grams (1.19 lbs) while the Panasonic FZ60 has sizing of 120mm x 81mm x 92mm (4.7" x 3.2" x 3.6") with a weight of 493 grams (1.09 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic FZ100 and Panasonic FZ60 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you choose at that moment. Below is a front view measurement comparison of the FZ100 versus the FZ60.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the FZ100 and FZ60 is 67 and 68 respectively.

In many cases, its difficult to see the gap between sensor measurements only by reading technical specs. The photograph here will provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the FZ100 and FZ60.

As you have seen, the two cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same MP. You should anticipate the Panasonic FZ60 to offer you extra detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop images way more aggressively. The older FZ100 is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.