Panasonic ZS60 vs Pentax X90

Below is a in-depth overview of the Panasonic ZS60 vs Pentax X90, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by brands Panasonic and Pentax. There exists a noticeable gap among the resolutions of the ZS60 (18MP) and X90 (12MP) but they feature the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The ZS60 was brought out 5 years later than the X90 and that is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic ZS60 being a Compact camera and the Pentax X90 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before diving in to a in depth comparison, below is a concise overview of how the ZS60 matches up versus the X90 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS60 & Pentax X90. The entire galleries are available at Panasonic ZS60 Gallery & Pentax X90 Gallery.

If you're looking to lug around your camera, you will have to think about its weight and volume. The Panasonic ZS60 features external dimensions of 112mm x 64mm x 38mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.5") with a weight of 282 grams (0.62 lbs) whilst the Pentax X90 has sizing of 111mm x 85mm x 110mm (4.4" x 3.3" x 4.3") with a weight of 428 grams (0.94 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic ZS60 vs Pentax X90 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. The following is the front view dimensions comparison of the ZS60 versus the X90.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the ZS60 and X90 is 88 and 69 respectively.

More often than not, it is very difficult to visualise the contrast in sensor measurements purely by researching technical specs. The photograph below should give you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the ZS60 and X90.

As you have seen, both of those cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same resolution. You can anticipate the Panasonic ZS60 to render greater detail having its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop images a little more aggressively. The newer ZS60 is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.