Panasonic FZ60 vs Panasonic ZS60

Let's look a bit more closely at the Panasonic FZ60 versus Panasonic ZS60, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras and both are manufactured by Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the FZ60 (16MP) and the ZS60 (18MP) is relatively well matched and they feature the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The FZ60 was manufactured 4 years prior to the ZS60 which is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic FZ60 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic ZS60 being a Compact camera.

Before we go through a in depth comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the FZ60 matches up vs the ZS60 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ60 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS60. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic FZ60 Gallery & Panasonic ZS60 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to travel with your camera, you will want to factor in its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FZ60 offers exterior measurements of 120mm x 81mm x 92mm (4.7" x 3.2" x 3.6") and a weight of 493 grams (1.09 lbs) while the Panasonic ZS60 has measurements of 112mm x 64mm x 38mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 282 grams (0.62 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you choose during that time. Underneath is the front view scale comparison of the FZ60 against the ZS60.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the FZ60 and ZS60 is 68 and 88 respectively.

In many cases, it is very hard to picture the contrast between sensor dimensions purely by looking at technical specs. The pic underneath might give you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the FZ60 and ZS60.

As you have seen, both of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different MP. You can count on the Panasonic ZS60 to give you extra detail due to its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop pictures a little more aggressively. The more aged FZ60 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.