Panasonic SZ10 vs Panasonic ZS60

Lets take a deeper look at the Panasonic SZ10 versus Panasonic ZS60, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras and both of them are created by Panasonic. The resolution of the SZ10 (16MP) and the ZS60 (18MP) is pretty well matched and both cameras offer the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The SZ10 was released 12 months earlier than the ZS60 so they are both of a similar generation. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving into a in depth comparison, here is a short highlight of how the SZ10 scores vs the ZS60 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ10 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS60. The complete galleries are provided at Panasonic SZ10 Gallery and Panasonic ZS60 Gallery.

When you are planning to lug around your camera, you have to think about its weight and measurements. The Panasonic SZ10 enjoys external dimensions of 99mm x 60mm x 30mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 177 grams (0.39 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 SZ10 versus Panasonic ZS60 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Here is a front view proportions comparison of the SZ10 against the ZS60.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SZ10 and ZS60 is 93 and 88 respectively.

More often than not, it is very difficult to imagine the gap between sensor measurements just by looking at specifications. The graphic here should provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the SZ10 and ZS60.

Plainly, the 2 cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different resolution. You should expect the Panasonic ZS60 to give extra detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The older SZ10 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.