Panasonic ZS60 vs Sony RX100 III

Here, we will be contrasting the Panasonic ZS60 versus Sony RX100 III, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by brands Panasonic and Sony. The sensor resolution of the ZS60 (18MP) and the RX100 III (20MP) is relatively comparable but the ZS60 (1/2.3") and RX100 III (1") have different sensor sizing.

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The ZS60 was launched 20 months later than the RX100 III which makes them a generation apart from one another. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic ZS60 being a Compact camera and the Sony RX100 III being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before we go straight to a thorough comparison, here is a quick view of how the ZS60 scores versus the RX100 III for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS60 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 III. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic ZS60 Gallery and Sony RX100 III Gallery.

When you are planning to carry your camera frequently, you're going to have to think about its weight and measurements. The Panasonic ZS60 offers outer dimensions of 112mm x 64mm x 38mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 282 grams (0.62 lbs) while the Sony RX100 III has proportions of 102mm x 58mm x 41mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.6") along with a weight of 290 grams (0.64 lbs).

Look at the Panasonic ZS60 versus Sony RX100 III in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Following is a front view physical size comparison of the ZS60 vs the RX100 III.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the ZS60 and RX100 III is 88 and 89 respectively.

More often than not, it is very hard to imagine the contrast in sensor sizing simply by checking out technical specs. The visual below may provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the ZS60 and RX100 III.

As you can tell, the two cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The ZS60 due to its smaller sensor is going to make shooting shallow depth of field harder and the Sony RX100 III will provide extra detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop shots way more aggressively. The younger ZS60 provides a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.