Panasonic G95 vs Panasonic ZS60

In this write-up, we are evaluating the Panasonic G95 versus Panasonic ZS60, one being a Advanced Mirrorless and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both are created by Panasonic. The image resolution of the G95 (20.3MP) and the ZS60 (18MP) is very well matched but the G95 (Four Thirds) and ZS60 (1/2.3") enjoy totally different sensor size.

Photography Glossary

The G95 was revealed 3 years later than the ZS60 and that is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic G95 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic ZS60 being a Compact camera.

Before we go straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a brief introduction of how the G95 matches up vs the ZS60 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-G95 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS60. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic G95 Gallery and Panasonic ZS60 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to lug around your camera regularly, you are going to need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic G95 offers external dimensions of 130mm x 94mm x 77mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 3.0") along with a weight of 536 grams (1.18 lbs) while the Panasonic ZS60 has dimensions of 112mm x 64mm x 38mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 282 grams (0.62 lbs).

Examine the Panasonic G95 versus Panasonic ZS60 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are working with at that moment. The following is the front view scale comparison of the G95 compared to the ZS60.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the G95 and ZS60 is 67 and 88 respectively.

Usually, it's difficult to envision the difference between sensor measurements simply by reading through specifications. The graphic here will help offer you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the G95 and ZS60.

Plainly, both of the cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The G95 using its larger sensor will make shooting bokeh simpler and the Panasonic G95 will resolve greater detail because of its extra 2.3MP. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop images a little more aggressively. The more recent G95 will have an advantage in sensor tech.