Panasonic ZS60 vs Sony HX100V
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Panasonic ZS60 vs Sony HX100V Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 18MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200 (Bump to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- 24-720mm (F3.3-6.4) lens
- 282g - 112 x 64 x 38mm
- Announced January 2016
- Alternate Name is Lumix DMC-TZ80
- Old Model is Panasonic ZS50
- Later Model is Panasonic ZS70
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 27-810mm (F2.8-5.6) lens
- 577g - 122 x 87 x 93mm
- Launched October 2011
- Refreshed by Sony HX200V

Panasonic ZS60 vs Sony HX100V Overview
In this write-up, we will be evaluating the Panasonic ZS60 vs Sony HX100V, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by competitors Panasonic and Sony. The resolution of the ZS60 (18MP) and the HX100V (16MP) is relatively well matched and they possess the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The ZS60 was revealed 4 years later than the HX100V and that is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic ZS60 being a Compact camera and the Sony HX100V being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.
Before delving in to a thorough comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the ZS60 matches up vs the HX100V in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Panasonic ZS60 vs Sony HX100V Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS60 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX100V. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic ZS60 Gallery and Sony HX100V Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS60 over the Sony HX100V
ZS60 | HX100V | |||
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Launched | January 2016 | ![]() | October 2011 | Fresher by 52 months |
Screen resolution | 1040k | ![]() | 921k | Sharper screen (+119k dot) |
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony HX100V over the Panasonic ZS60
HX100V | ZS60 | |||
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Screen type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting screen |
Common features in the Panasonic ZS60 and Sony HX100V
ZS60 | HX100V | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Dial exact focus | ||
Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent screen dimensions |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen |
Panasonic ZS60 vs Sony HX100V Physical Comparison
In case you're intending to carry your camera frequently, you have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic ZS60 features exterior dimensions of 112mm x 64mm x 38mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.5") along with a weight of 282 grams (0.62 lbs) and the Sony HX100V has dimensions of 122mm x 87mm x 93mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 3.7") accompanied by a weight of 577 grams (1.27 lbs).
Contrast the Panasonic ZS60 vs Sony HX100V in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are working with during that time. Here is the front view measurement comparison of the ZS60 versus the HX100V.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the ZS60 and HX100V is 88 and 66 respectively.

Panasonic ZS60 vs Sony HX100V Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it's hard to visualise the contrast between sensor sizing only by checking specifications. The graphic here will help offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the ZS60 and HX100V.
To sum up, the two cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same megapixels. You should count on the Panasonic ZS60 to give extra detail because of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop pictures a little more aggressively. The more recent ZS60 will have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.

Panasonic ZS60 vs Sony HX100V Screen and ViewFinder


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Panasonic ZS60 vs Sony HX100V Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS60 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX100V | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Panasonic | Sony |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS60 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX100V |
Also called as | Lumix DMC-TZ80 | - |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Announced | 2016-01-05 | 2011-10-21 |
Physical type | Compact | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Venus Engine | BIONZ |
Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 18MP | 16MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4896 x 3672 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Highest enhanced ISO | 6400 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Number of focus points | 49 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-720mm (30.0x) | 27-810mm (30.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.3-6.4 | f/2.8-5.6 |
Macro focus range | 3cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Screen diagonal | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 1,040k dots | 921k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen technology | - | XtraFine LCD display with TruBlack technology |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 1,166k dots | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.46x | - |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4 seconds | 30 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Max silent shutter speed | 1/16000 seconds | - |
Continuous shutter rate | 10.0 frames per second | 10.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 5.60 m (at Auto ISO) | 12.70 m |
Flash modes | Auto, Auto/Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Slow Sync./Red-eye Reduction, Forced Off | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 (30p), 1920 x 1080 (60p, 60i, 30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p) | 1920 x 1080 (60fps), 1440 x 1080 (30fps), 1280 x 720 (30fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) |
Highest video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, AVCHD | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 282 grams (0.62 lbs) | 577 grams (1.27 lbs) |
Dimensions | 112 x 64 x 38mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.5") | 122 x 87 x 93mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 3.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | 37 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | 19.3 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | 10.6 | not tested |
DXO Low light score | 109 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 320 photographs | - |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | - | NP-FH50 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 3 shots / 10 secs) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | One | One |
Launch cost | $248 | $429 |