Panasonic ZS45 vs Panasonic ZS60

Lets examine more in depth at the Panasonic ZS45 vs Panasonic ZS60, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras and they are both designed by Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the ZS45 (16MP) and the ZS60 (18MP) is very close and they come with the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The ZS45 was introduced 12 months before the ZS60 so they are both of a similar age. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a brief overview of how the ZS45 grades vs the ZS60 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS45 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS60. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic ZS45 Gallery & Panasonic ZS60 Gallery.

If you're aiming to lug around your camera, you'll need to think about its weight and measurements. The Panasonic ZS45 offers outside measurements of 108mm x 60mm x 32mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.3") having a weight of 249 grams (0.55 lbs) and the Panasonic ZS60 has proportions of 112mm x 64mm x 38mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.5") along with a weight of 282 grams (0.62 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic ZS45 vs Panasonic ZS60 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are utilising during that time. Underneath is the front view dimension comparison of the ZS45 and the ZS60.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the ZS45 and ZS60 is 91 and 88 respectively.

Generally, it is very difficult to see the difference in sensor measurements only by viewing specs. The visual underneath will provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the ZS45 and ZS60.

All in all, both of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but not the same megapixels. You can expect to see the Panasonic ZS60 to provide you with more detail using its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop photos much more aggressively. The older ZS45 will be behind in sensor tech.