Panasonic ZS60 vs Sony S2100

The following is a comprehensive analysis of the Panasonic ZS60 vs Sony S2100, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Panasonic and Sony. There is a crucial difference among the image resolutions of the ZS60 (18MP) and S2100 (12MP) but both cameras provide the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The ZS60 was manufactured 6 years after the S2100 which is a fairly serious gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go straight to a full comparison, here is a quick overview of how the ZS60 scores versus the S2100 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS60 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S2100. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic ZS60 Gallery and Sony S2100 Gallery.

When you are going to travel with your camera regularly, you should factor its weight and measurements. The Panasonic ZS60 features outer 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) while the Sony S2100 has proportions of 98mm x 61mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") having a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you use during that time. Underneath is a front view size comparison of the ZS60 and the S2100.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the ZS60 and S2100 is 88 and 93 respectively.

In many cases, it is difficult to picture the difference in sensor dimensions only by researching technical specs. The picture underneath will help offer you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the ZS60 and S2100.

As you can tell, both of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different MP. You should count on the Panasonic ZS60 to render extra detail due to its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The fresher ZS60 provides an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.