Panasonic FZ60 vs Panasonic SZ1

Its time to take a closer look at the Panasonic FZ60 vs Panasonic SZ1, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact and they are both created by Panasonic. The image resolution of the FZ60 (16MP) and the SZ1 (16MP) is very comparable and both cameras posses the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The FZ60 was launched 7 months later than the SZ1 so 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 SZ1 being a Compact camera.

Before diving right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the FZ60 grades against the SZ1 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ60 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ1. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic FZ60 Gallery and Panasonic SZ1 Gallery.

In case you're planning to carry your camera often, you're going to have to factor its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FZ60 comes with physical measurements of 120mm x 81mm x 92mm (4.7" x 3.2" x 3.6") and a weight of 493 grams (1.09 lbs) whilst the Panasonic SZ1 has proportions of 99mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") and a weight of 131 grams (0.29 lbs).

Check the Panasonic FZ60 vs Panasonic SZ1 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are utilising at the time. Following is a front view size comparison of the FZ60 against the SZ1.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the FZ60 and SZ1 is 68 and 95 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is tough to envision the contrast in sensor sizing simply by checking out specs. The visual below will offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the FZ60 and SZ1.

All in all, each of the cameras feature the identical sensor size and the exact same megapixels so you should expect comparable quality of pictures though you might want to take the release date of the cameras into account. The fresher FZ60 is going to have a benefit in sensor innovation.