Panasonic ZS60 vs Ricoh GR Digital III

Here, we are analyzing the Panasonic ZS60 vs Ricoh GR Digital III, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Panasonic and Ricoh. There exists a considerable gap among the image resolutions of the ZS60 (18MP) and GR Digital III (10MP) and the ZS60 (1/2.3") and GR Digital III (1/1.7") provide totally different sensor sizing.

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The ZS60 was revealed 6 years later than the GR Digital III and that is a fairly large difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving straight to a in depth comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the ZS60 grades vs the GR Digital III in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS60 & Ricoh GR Digital III. The full galleries are available at Panasonic ZS60 Gallery & Ricoh GR Digital III Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to lug around your camera often, you will need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Panasonic ZS60 has exterior measurements of 112mm x 64mm x 38mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.5") and a weight of 282 grams (0.62 lbs) whilst the Ricoh GR Digital III has measurements of 109mm x 59mm x 26mm (4.3" x 2.3" x 1.0") and a weight of 208 grams (0.46 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic ZS60 vs Ricoh GR Digital III in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are employing at that moment. Following is a front view dimension comparison of the ZS60 against the GR Digital III.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the ZS60 and GR Digital III is 88 and 92 respectively.

Normally, it's tough to see the gap in sensor measurements purely by going through specifications. The graphic underneath might offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the ZS60 and GR Digital III.

Plainly, both cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The ZS60 using its smaller sensor will make shooting shallower DOF trickier and the Panasonic ZS60 will show greater detail because of its extra 8MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop photos way more aggressively. The more recent ZS60 is going to have a benefit in sensor innovation.