Panasonic FZ60 vs Panasonic S2
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![Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ60 front Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ60 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-FZ60/Panasonic-FZ60-front.jpg)
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Panasonic FZ60 vs Panasonic S2 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200 (Push to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-600mm (F2.8-5.2) lens
- 493g - 120 x 81 x 92mm
- Announced July 2012
- Additionally referred to as Lumix DMC-FZ62
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-112mm (F3.1-6.5) lens
- 112g - 98 x 57 x 21mm
- Launched January 2012
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Panasonic FZ60 vs Panasonic S2 Overview
Here, we will be analyzing the Panasonic FZ60 and Panasonic S2, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact and both are produced by Panasonic. The image resolution of the FZ60 (16MP) and the S2 (14MP) is relatively close and both cameras boast the identical sensor size (1/2.3").
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The FZ60 was introduced 7 months later than the S2 and they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic FZ60 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic S2 being a Compact camera.
Before we go into a in-depth comparison, here is a brief summation of how the FZ60 grades versus the S2 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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Panasonic FZ60 vs Panasonic S2 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ60 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-S2. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic FZ60 Gallery and Panasonic S2 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FZ60 over the Panasonic S2
FZ60 | S2 | |||
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Launched | July 2012 | ![]() | January 2012 | Fresher by 7 months |
Manually focus | ![]() | Dial exact focus | ||
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer screen (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic S2 over the Panasonic FZ60
S2 | FZ60 |
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Common features in the Panasonic FZ60 and Panasonic S2
FZ60 | S2 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither comes with selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Neither comes with Touch friendly screen |
Panasonic FZ60 vs Panasonic S2 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is looking to carry your camera frequently, you are going to need to think about its weight and size. The Panasonic FZ60 comes with outer measurements of 120mm x 81mm x 92mm (4.7" x 3.2" x 3.6") with a weight of 493 grams (1.09 lbs) whilst the Panasonic S2 has specifications of 98mm x 57mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") along with a weight of 112 grams (0.25 lbs).
Analyze the Panasonic FZ60 and Panasonic S2 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are employing at the time. The following is a front view dimension comparison of the FZ60 compared to the S2.
![Panasonic FZ60 vs Panasonic S2 size comparison Panasonic FZ60 vs Panasonic S2 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-FZ60-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-S2-size-comparison.jpg)
Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the FZ60 and S2 is 68 and 96 respectively.
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Panasonic FZ60 vs Panasonic S2 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is difficult to imagine the difference in sensor sizing simply by researching specs. The graphic underneath will help provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the FZ60 and S2.
As you can plainly see, the two cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different megapixels. You should count on the Panasonic FZ60 to provide you with extra detail using its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop pictures way more aggressively. The more modern FZ60 provides an edge when it comes to sensor technology.
![Panasonic FZ60 vs Panasonic S2 sensor size comparison Panasonic FZ60 vs Panasonic S2 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-FZ60-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-S2-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Panasonic FZ60 vs Panasonic S2 Screen and ViewFinder
![Panasonic FZ60 vs Panasonic S2 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Panasonic FZ60 vs Panasonic S2 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-FZ60-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-S2-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Panasonic FZ60 vs Panasonic S2 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ60 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-S2 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Panasonic | Panasonic |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ60 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-S2 |
Also called | Lumix DMC-FZ62 | - |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2012-07-18 | 2012-01-09 |
Physical type | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4320 x 3240 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Max enhanced ISO | 6400 | - |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Number of focus points | 23 | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-600mm (24.0x) | 28-112mm (4.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/2.8-5.2 | f/3.1-6.5 |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
Display resolution | 460k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display technology | TFT Screen LCD Display | TFT Color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder resolution | 202k dots | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | - |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4 secs | 8 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1600 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 10.0 frames per second | 2.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 13.50 m | 3.30 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60, 50, 30, 25 fps), 1280 x 720p (60, 50, 30, 25 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 25 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, AVCHD | Motion JPEG |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 493 grams (1.09 lb) | 112 grams (0.25 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 120 x 81 x 92mm (4.7" x 3.2" x 3.6") | 98 x 57 x 21mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 450 shots | 280 shots |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail price | $350 | $109 |