Panasonic LZ40 vs Panasonic ZS60

On this page, we will be contrasting the Panasonic LZ40 versus Panasonic ZS60, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras and they are both sold by Panasonic. The resolution of the LZ40 (20MP) and the ZS60 (18MP) is relatively similar and both cameras boast the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The LZ40 was announced 24 months before the ZS60 which makes them a generation away from each other. The two cameras have different body design with the Panasonic LZ40 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic ZS60 being a Compact camera.

Before getting into a more detailed comparison, here is a concise overview of how the LZ40 matches up versus the ZS60 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ40 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS60. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic LZ40 Gallery & Panasonic ZS60 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to travel with your camera often, you need to factor in its weight and volume. The Panasonic LZ40 has got outer measurements of 126mm x 87mm x 94mm (5.0" x 3.4" x 3.7") accompanied by a weight of 524 grams (1.16 lbs) and the Panasonic ZS60 has sizing of 112mm x 64mm x 38mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.5") with a weight of 282 grams (0.62 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are employing at the time. Here is a front view proportions comparison of the LZ40 versus the ZS60.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the LZ40 and ZS60 is 67 and 88 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is tough to see the gap between sensor dimensions just by going over technical specs. The image underneath will help offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the LZ40 and ZS60.

As you have seen, both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same resolution. You can count on the Panasonic LZ40 to deliver extra detail with its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop photographs more aggressively. The more aged LZ40 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.