Panasonic ZS60 vs Sony H400

Here is a thorough comparison of the Panasonic ZS60 versus Sony H400, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by manufacturers Panasonic and Sony. The sensor resolution of the ZS60 (18MP) and the H400 (20MP) is relatively well matched and they feature the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The ZS60 was brought out 24 months later than the H400 which makes the cameras a generation apart from each other. Each of the cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic ZS60 being a Compact camera and the Sony H400 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before getting through a full comparison, below is a short highlight of how the ZS60 scores against the H400 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS60 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H400. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic ZS60 Gallery & Sony H400 Gallery.

For anybody who is going to carry your camera often, you'll have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Panasonic ZS60 enjoys 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) and the Sony H400 has proportions of 130mm x 95mm x 122mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 4.8") along with a weight of 628 grams (1.38 lbs).

See the Panasonic ZS60 versus Sony H400 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you have attached at that time. The following is the front view scale comparison of the ZS60 versus the H400.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the ZS60 and H400 is 88 and 62 respectively.

Usually, it is very tough to envision the difference between sensor sizing simply by checking technical specs. The graphic underneath might give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the ZS60 and H400.

As you have seen, both of the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same megapixels. You can count on the Sony H400 to give extra detail having its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop pictures somewhat more aggressively. The more modern ZS60 is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.