Panasonic ZS60 vs Sony W350

Here, we are reviewing the Panasonic ZS60 versus Sony W350, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Ultracompact by manufacturers Panasonic and Sony. There is a big difference between the sensor resolutions of the ZS60 (18MP) and W350 (14MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The ZS60 was introduced 6 years later than the W350 and that is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic ZS60 being a Compact camera and the Sony W350 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before diving straight to a full comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the ZS60 matches up against the W350 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS60 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W350. The whole galleries are viewable at Panasonic ZS60 Gallery and Sony W350 Gallery.

If you're aiming to lug around your camera, you will have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic ZS60 has got 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) and the Sony W350 has dimensions of 91mm x 52mm x 17mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.7") having a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic ZS60 versus Sony W350 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are working with at that moment. Following is a front view dimension comparison of the ZS60 versus the W350.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the ZS60 and W350 is 88 and 97 respectively.

Generally, its tough to envision the gap between sensor measurements just by going over a spec sheet. The graphic here may provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the ZS60 and W350.

Clearly, the two cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same MP. You should anticipate the Panasonic ZS60 to deliver greater detail using its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop pics way more aggressively. The fresher ZS60 is going to have a benefit in sensor innovation.