Panasonic ZS60 vs Sony TX100V

Its time to take a more detailed look at the Panasonic ZS60 versus Sony TX100V, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Ultracompact by rivals Panasonic and Sony. The image resolution of the ZS60 (18MP) and the TX100V (16MP) is pretty well matched and both cameras posses the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The ZS60 was released 5 years after the TX100V which is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras have different body design with the Panasonic ZS60 being a Compact camera and the Sony TX100V being a Ultracompact camera.

Before getting right into a full comparison, here is a brief summation of how the ZS60 scores against the TX100V in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS60 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX100V. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic ZS60 Gallery and Sony TX100V Gallery.

For those who are looking to travel with your camera frequently, you should factor its weight and volume. The Panasonic ZS60 provides outside dimensions of 112mm x 64mm x 38mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.5") having a weight of 282 grams (0.62 lbs) while the Sony TX100V has sizing of 97mm x 59mm x 18mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.7") with a weight of 147 grams (0.32 lbs).

Compare the Panasonic ZS60 versus Sony TX100V in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are employing during that time. The following is a front view proportions comparison of the ZS60 compared to the TX100V.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the ZS60 and TX100V is 88 and 95 respectively.

Generally, it is difficult to see the difference between sensor dimensions just by looking at technical specs. The pic here may offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the ZS60 and TX100V.

As you can tell, both of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same MP. You should expect the Panasonic ZS60 to give greater detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop shots a bit more aggressively. The fresher ZS60 will have an edge in sensor technology.