Panasonic ZS60 vs Sony HX300

Here is a in depth analysis of the Panasonic ZS60 and Sony HX300, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by manufacturers Panasonic and Sony. The sensor resolution of the ZS60 (18MP) and the HX300 (20MP) is fairly well matched and they enjoy the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The ZS60 was launched 2 years later than the HX300 and that is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic ZS60 being a Compact camera and the Sony HX300 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before delving in to a more detailed comparison, below is a brief highlight of how the ZS60 matches up against the HX300 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS60 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX300. The complete galleries are available at Panasonic ZS60 Gallery & Sony HX300 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to carry your camera regularly, you will need to take into account its weight and volume. The Panasonic ZS60 provides external measurements of 112mm x 64mm x 38mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.5") having a weight of 282 grams (0.62 lbs) whilst the Sony HX300 has sizing of 130mm x 103mm x 93mm (5.1" x 4.1" x 3.7") accompanied by a weight of 623 grams (1.37 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you use at that moment. Underneath is the front view physical size comparison of the ZS60 compared to the HX300.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the ZS60 and HX300 is 88 and 63 respectively.

Often, it is very hard to visualise the difference between sensor sizing merely by looking at specs. The visual below might give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the ZS60 and HX300.

As you can plainly see, the two cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same megapixels. You can anticipate the Sony HX300 to resolve extra detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop photos a little more aggressively. The more recent ZS60 will have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.