Panasonic FZ60 vs Sony RX1

The following is a in-depth overview of the Panasonic FZ60 versus Sony RX1, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Large Sensor Compact by brands Panasonic and Sony. There exists a considerable gap between the sensor resolutions of the FZ60 (16MP) and RX1 (24MP) and the FZ60 (1/2.3") and RX1 (Full frame) use totally different sensor sizing.

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The FZ60 was manufactured 7 months before the RX1 so they are of a similar age. Both cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic FZ60 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony RX1 being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before we go through a more detailed comparison, below is a short view of how the FZ60 matches up vs the RX1 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ60 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1. The entire galleries are available at Panasonic FZ60 Gallery & Sony RX1 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to travel with your camera often, you should factor in its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FZ60 has exterior 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 Sony RX1 has measurements of 113mm x 65mm x 70mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 2.8") and a weight of 482 grams (1.06 lbs).

Contrast the Panasonic FZ60 versus Sony RX1 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are working with at the time. Below is the front view measurement comparison of the FZ60 and the RX1.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the FZ60 and RX1 is 68 and 79 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be difficult to see the difference between sensor dimensions merely by checking a spec sheet. The pic here should provide you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the FZ60 and RX1.

Clearly, each of the cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The FZ60 featuring a tinier sensor will make getting shallow depth of field harder and the Sony RX1 will give extra detail due to its extra 8 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop photos a little more aggressively. The more aged FZ60 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.