Panasonic ZS60 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2

Its time to look much closer at the Panasonic ZS60 versus Samsung Galaxy Camera 2, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by brands Panasonic and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the ZS60 (18MP) and the Galaxy Camera 2 (16MP) is pretty comparable and they possess the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The ZS60 was launched 2 years after the Galaxy Camera 2 which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a simple view of how the ZS60 grades versus the Galaxy Camera 2 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS60 and Samsung Galaxy Camera 2. The complete galleries are available at Panasonic ZS60 Gallery and Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Gallery.

If you're looking to carry around your camera, you will have to think about its weight and measurements. The Panasonic ZS60 comes with outside dimensions of 112mm x 64mm x 38mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.5") having a weight of 282 grams (0.62 lbs) and the Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 has proportions of 133mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.2" x 2.8" x 0.7") and a weight of 283 grams (0.62 lbs).

Check out the Panasonic ZS60 versus Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have chosen at the time. Following is the front view dimensions comparison of the ZS60 versus the Galaxy Camera 2.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the ZS60 and Galaxy Camera 2 is 88 and 90 respectively.

Generally, it can be tough to visualise the gap in sensor sizes merely by going through technical specs. The picture underneath will help give you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the ZS60 and Galaxy Camera 2.

As you have seen, the two cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same MP. You should expect the Panasonic ZS60 to show greater detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop pictures much more aggressively. The more recent ZS60 is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.