Panasonic G5 vs Panasonic ZS60

Here, we will be analyzing the Panasonic G5 versus Panasonic ZS60, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both of them are sold by Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the G5 (16MP) and the ZS60 (18MP) is pretty well matched but the G5 (Four Thirds) and ZS60 (1/2.3") offer different sensor measurements.

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The G5 was manufactured 4 years earlier than the ZS60 which is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic G5 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic ZS60 being a Compact camera.

Before getting right into a detailed comparison, here is a concise view of how the G5 matches up vs the ZS60 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-G5 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS60. The entire galleries are available at Panasonic G5 Gallery and Panasonic ZS60 Gallery.

When you are aiming to travel with your camera regularly, you will have to consider its weight and measurements. The Panasonic G5 comes with exterior dimensions of 120mm x 83mm x 71mm (4.7" x 3.3" x 2.8") having a weight of 396 grams (0.87 lbs) whilst the Panasonic ZS60 has proportions of 112mm x 64mm x 38mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.5") having a weight of 282 grams (0.62 lbs).

Examine the Panasonic G5 versus Panasonic ZS60 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have attached at that moment. Underneath is a front view scale comparison of the G5 versus the ZS60.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the G5 and ZS60 is 74 and 88 respectively.

Normally, it is very hard to picture the contrast between sensor dimensions simply by looking at specs. The pic underneath will provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the G5 and ZS60.

All in all, both the cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The G5 because of its bigger sensor is going to make getting shallower DOF less difficult and the Panasonic ZS60 will resolve extra detail due to its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop shots way more aggressively. The more aged G5 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor tech.