Panasonic S1 vs Panasonic ZS60

In this article, we are evaluating the Panasonic S1 versus Panasonic ZS60, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and they are both created by Panasonic. There is a considerable difference among the image resolutions of the S1 (12MP) and ZS60 (18MP) but they possess the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The S1 was manufactured 6 years before the ZS60 and that is a fairly large difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before going in to a in depth comparison, below is a short overview of how the S1 matches up vs the ZS60 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-S1 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS60. The entire galleries are available at Panasonic S1 Gallery & Panasonic ZS60 Gallery.

For those who are planning to lug around your camera frequently, you are going to need to factor its weight and volume. The Panasonic S1 has got external measurements of 99mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs) while the Panasonic ZS60 has sizing of 112mm x 64mm x 38mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.5") and a weight of 282 grams (0.62 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic S1 versus Panasonic ZS60 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are working with during that time. Underneath is the front view measurements comparison of the S1 and the ZS60.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the S1 and ZS60 is 96 and 88 respectively.

In many cases, its difficult to visualise the gap in sensor measurements just by researching specs. The graphic underneath might give you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the S1 and ZS60.

All in all, each of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same resolution. You can expect to see the Panasonic ZS60 to result in greater detail due to its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop photos far more aggressively. The older S1 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.