Panasonic FZ60 vs Panasonic SZ1
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Panasonic FZ60 vs Panasonic SZ1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200 (Bump to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-600mm (F2.8-5.2) lens
- 493g - 120 x 81 x 92mm
- Introduced July 2012
- Alternate Name is Lumix DMC-FZ62
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-250mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
- 131g - 99 x 59 x 21mm
- Released January 2012
Panasonic FZ60 vs Panasonic SZ1 Overview
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").
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe 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.
Panasonic FZ60 vs Panasonic SZ1 Gallery
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.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FZ60 over the Panasonic SZ1
FZ60 | SZ1 | |||
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Released | July 2012 | January 2012 | Fresher by 7 months | |
Focus manually | Dial precise focusing | |||
Display resolution | 460k | 230k | Sharper display (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic SZ1 over the Panasonic FZ60
SZ1 | FZ60 |
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Common features in the Panasonic FZ60 and Panasonic SZ1
FZ60 | SZ1 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display size | 3" | 3" | Same display measurement | |
Selfie screen | Lacking selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Neither comes with Touch friendly display |
Panasonic FZ60 vs Panasonic SZ1 Physical Comparison
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.
Panasonic FZ60 vs Panasonic SZ1 Sensor Comparison
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.
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Panasonic FZ60 vs Panasonic SZ1 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ60 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ1 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Panasonic | Panasonic |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ60 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ1 |
Alternative name | Lumix DMC-FZ62 | - |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2012-07-18 | 2012-01-09 |
Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Max enhanced ISO | 6400 | - |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
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) | 25-250mm (10.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/2.8-5.2 | f/3.1-5.9 |
Macro focus range | 1cm | 4cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 460 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display tech | TFT Screen LCD Display | TFT Color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder resolution | 202 thousand dot | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | - |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4 seconds | 8 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 10.0 frames per sec | 1.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 13.50 m | 5.60 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported 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) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, AVCHD | MPEG-4 |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
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 seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 493g (1.09 lb) | 131g (0.29 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 120 x 81 x 92mm (4.7" x 3.2" x 3.6") | 99 x 59 x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" 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 | 250 shots |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Cost at release | $350 | $179 |