Panasonic ZS60 vs Sony HX50V

Below is a extensive assessment of the Panasonic ZS60 versus Sony HX50V, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals Panasonic and Sony. The resolution of the ZS60 (18MP) and the HX50V (20MP) is relatively similar and both cameras offer the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The ZS60 was announced 2 years later than the HX50V and that is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before getting into a thorough comparison, here is a simple view of how the ZS60 matches up against the HX50V in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS60 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX50V. The whole galleries are viewable at Panasonic ZS60 Gallery and Sony HX50V Gallery.

In case you're going to lug around your camera regularly, you will have to take into account its weight and size. The Panasonic ZS60 has outer 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 HX50V has specifications of 108mm x 64mm x 38mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.5") and a weight of 272 grams (0.60 lbs).

Check out the Panasonic ZS60 versus Sony HX50V in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you choose at the time. Underneath is a front view measurements comparison of the ZS60 compared to the HX50V.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the ZS60 and HX50V is 88 and 89 respectively.

Usually, it is hard to visualize the difference between sensor measurements only by going over specs. The graphic here might give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the ZS60 and HX50V.

As you can plainly see, both cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different megapixels. You should count on the Sony HX50V to offer more detail with its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop photographs way more aggressively. The fresher ZS60 should have an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.