Panasonic ZS60 vs Samsung PL200

Here is a extended assessment of the Panasonic ZS60 versus Samsung PL200, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Panasonic and Samsung. There is a crucial difference among the sensor resolutions of the ZS60 (18MP) and PL200 (14MP) but both cameras have the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The ZS60 was manufactured 5 years later than the PL200 and that is a fairly serious gap as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go right into a detailed comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the ZS60 matches up versus the PL200 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS60 and Samsung PL200. The entire galleries are available at Panasonic ZS60 Gallery and Samsung PL200 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to carry your camera frequently, you will want to consider its weight and measurements. The Panasonic ZS60 enjoys outer dimensions of 112mm x 64mm x 38mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.5") with a weight of 282 grams (0.62 lbs) while the Samsung PL200 has proportions of 100mm x 60mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.8") with a weight of 170 grams (0.37 lbs).

Check the Panasonic ZS60 versus Samsung PL200 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you use during that time. Underneath is a front view physical size comparison of the ZS60 against the PL200.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the ZS60 and PL200 is 88 and 94 respectively.

In many cases, its hard to visualise the gap in sensor sizing just by researching specs. The graphic here may provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the ZS60 and PL200.

As you can plainly see, both of those cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same MP. You should expect to see the Panasonic ZS60 to provide you with extra detail due to its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop photos a bit more aggressively. The younger ZS60 will have an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.