Panasonic ZS60 vs Sony HX30V

Lets examine more in depth at the Panasonic ZS60 and Sony HX30V, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by rivals Panasonic and Sony. The image resolution of the ZS60 (18MP) and the HX30V (18MP) is pretty close and they come with the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The ZS60 was unveiled 3 years later than the HX30V and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before going in to a full comparison, below is a concise view of how the ZS60 grades versus the HX30V when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS60 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX30V. The full galleries are available at Panasonic ZS60 Gallery and Sony HX30V Gallery.

If you are intending to lug around your camera frequently, you will want to factor its weight and volume. The Panasonic ZS60 has external 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 HX30V has sizing of 107mm x 62mm x 35mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.4") with a weight of 254 grams (0.56 lbs).

Look at the Panasonic ZS60 and Sony HX30V in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have at the time. Following is the front view dimensions comparison of the ZS60 versus the HX30V.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the ZS60 and HX30V is 88 and 90 respectively.

Normally, it's hard to picture the gap in sensor measurements just by viewing technical specs. The visual underneath will offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the ZS60 and HX30V.

As you have seen, both the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the same megapixels and you should expect comparable quality of files although you will need to consider the production date of the cameras into account. The newer ZS60 should have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.