Panasonic ZS60 vs Sony HX99

Lets look more closely at the Panasonic ZS60 vs Sony HX99, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by competitors Panasonic and Sony. The sensor resolution of the ZS60 (18MP) and the HX99 (18MP) is relatively well matched but the ZS60 (1/2.3") and HX99 (1/2.3-inch) posses different sensor dimensions.

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The ZS60 was announced 3 years earlier than the HX99 which is quite a large difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before diving right into a more detailed comparison, here is a short view of how the ZS60 scores vs the HX99 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS60 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX99. The whole galleries are viewable at Panasonic ZS60 Gallery & Sony HX99 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to travel with your camera, you need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Panasonic ZS60 enjoys exterior measurements of 112mm x 64mm x 38mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.5") along with a weight of 282 grams (0.62 lbs) whilst the Sony HX99 has proportions of 102mm x 58mm x 36mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.4") having a weight of 242 grams (0.53 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you choose at that time. The following is a front view dimensions comparison of the ZS60 vs the HX99.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the ZS60 and HX99 is 88 and 91 respectively.

Quite often, its tough to picture the contrast between sensor dimensions only by checking specs. The picture underneath will give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the ZS60 and HX99.

As you can plainly see, both the cameras have the same megapixels albeit different sensor dimensions. The ZS60 has got the bigger sensor which is going to make achieving shallow depth of field less difficult. The more aged ZS60 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor tech.