Panasonic SZ3 vs Panasonic ZS60

Below, we are contrasting the Panasonic SZ3 versus Panasonic ZS60, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both of them are manufactured by Panasonic. The resolution of the SZ3 (16MP) and the ZS60 (18MP) is very comparable and they possess the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SZ3 was unveiled 4 years earlier than the ZS60 and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before going through a in depth comparison, below is a short view of how the SZ3 scores vs the ZS60 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ3 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS60. The full galleries are provided at Panasonic SZ3 Gallery and Panasonic ZS60 Gallery.

For anybody who is going to carry your camera often, you will have to consider its weight and measurements. The Panasonic SZ3 features exterior measurements of 95mm x 56mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 126 grams (0.28 lbs) while 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).

Check out the Panasonic SZ3 versus Panasonic ZS60 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are employing at the time. Underneath is the front view size comparison of the SZ3 compared to the ZS60.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the SZ3 and ZS60 is 96 and 88 respectively.

Generally, it is hard to see the gap in sensor sizing merely by going through specifications. The photograph underneath will give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the SZ3 and ZS60.

To sum up, both of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but not the same MP. You should expect to see the Panasonic ZS60 to show extra detail having an extra 2MP. Greater resolution will enable you to crop images somewhat more aggressively. The older SZ3 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.