Panasonic FZ60 vs Panasonic ZS30

Below is a in-depth review of the Panasonic FZ60 versus Panasonic ZS30, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras and they are both offered by Panasonic. The image resolution of the FZ60 (16MP) and the ZS30 (18MP) is relatively close and both cameras boast the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The FZ60 was manufactured 5 months before the ZS30 and they are both of a similar age. Both cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic FZ60 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic ZS30 being a Compact camera.

Before diving into a complete comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the FZ60 scores versus the ZS30 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ60 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS30. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic FZ60 Gallery & Panasonic ZS30 Gallery.

For those who are intending to lug around your camera, you'll have to consider its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FZ60 provides physical measurements of 120mm x 81mm x 92mm (4.7" x 3.2" x 3.6") with a weight of 493 grams (1.09 lbs) and the Panasonic ZS30 has measurements of 105mm x 59mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 198 grams (0.44 lbs).

Compare the Panasonic FZ60 versus Panasonic ZS30 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have chosen at that time. Here is a front view measurements comparison of the FZ60 versus the ZS30.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the FZ60 and ZS30 is 68 and 92 respectively.

Usually, it is very difficult to envision the gap in sensor measurements simply by looking through a spec sheet. The graphic here will offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the FZ60 and ZS30.

Clearly, the two cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same resolution. You can count on the Panasonic ZS30 to result in more detail due to its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will allow you to crop pictures way more aggressively.