Panasonic ZS60 vs Pentax X70

Below, we will be looking at the Panasonic ZS60 vs Pentax X70, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by brands Panasonic and Pentax. There is a crucial difference among the image resolutions of the ZS60 (18MP) and X70 (12MP) but they possess the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The ZS60 was revealed 6 years after the X70 which is a fairly serious gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic ZS60 being a Compact camera and the Pentax X70 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before we go through a full comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the ZS60 grades versus the X70 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS60 and Pentax X70. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic ZS60 Gallery and Pentax X70 Gallery.

For those who are going to carry around your camera often, you have to think about its weight and volume. The Panasonic ZS60 has outer dimensions of 112mm x 64mm x 38mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.5") along with a weight of 282 grams (0.62 lbs) whilst the Pentax X70 has sizing of 110mm x 83mm x 90mm (4.3" x 3.3" x 3.5") and a weight of 410 grams (0.90 lbs).

Analyze the Panasonic ZS60 vs Pentax X70 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have attached at the time. The following is the front view overall size comparison of the ZS60 and the X70.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the ZS60 and X70 is 88 and 71 respectively.

Generally, it is difficult to visualize the contrast in sensor sizes merely by seeing technical specs. The picture here should provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the ZS60 and X70.

As you have seen, both of the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit different megapixels. You should expect the Panasonic ZS60 to produce greater detail because of its extra 6MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop pictures somewhat more aggressively. The fresher ZS60 should have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.