Panasonic ZS60 vs Sony W730
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Panasonic ZS60 vs Sony W730 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 18MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200 (Bump to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- 24-720mm (F3.3-6.4) lens
- 282g - 112 x 64 x 38mm
- Introduced January 2016
- Alternative Name is Lumix DMC-TZ80
- Succeeded the Panasonic ZS50
- Updated by Panasonic ZS70
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-224mm (F3.3-6.3) lens
- 122g - 93 x 52 x 22mm
- Announced January 2013
Panasonic ZS60 vs Sony W730 Overview
The following is a extended overview of the Panasonic ZS60 versus Sony W730, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Panasonic and Sony. The resolution of the ZS60 (18MP) and the W730 (16MP) is fairly similar and they feature the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Cutting-edge AI developed by Apple deciphers subtle nuances in pixelsThe ZS60 was launched 3 years after the W730 which is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before going through a more detailed comparison, below is a short highlight of how the ZS60 grades versus the W730 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Panasonic ZS60 vs Sony W730 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS60 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W730. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic ZS60 Gallery & Sony W730 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS60 over the Sony W730
ZS60 | W730 | |||
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Announced | January 2016 | January 2013 | Newer by 37 months | |
Focus manually | Very precise focusing | |||
Display dimension | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Display resolution | 1040k | 230k | Sharper display (+810k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony W730 over the Panasonic ZS60
W730 | ZS60 |
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Common features in the Panasonic ZS60 and Sony W730
ZS60 | W730 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Neither has selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Panasonic ZS60 vs Sony W730 Physical Comparison
If you're going to travel with your camera regularly, you will need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic ZS60 has outer dimensions 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 W730 has dimensions of 93mm x 52mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.0" x 0.9") with a weight of 122 grams (0.27 lbs).
Analyze the Panasonic ZS60 versus Sony W730 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Following is the front view measurements comparison of the ZS60 against the W730.
Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the ZS60 and W730 is 88 and 96 respectively.
Panasonic ZS60 vs Sony W730 Sensor Comparison
Usually, its hard to envision the contrast between sensor dimensions simply by going over specifications. The pic here will provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the ZS60 and W730.
Plainly, each of the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but not the same megapixels. You can anticipate the Panasonic ZS60 to offer you more detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop images somewhat more aggressively. The fresher ZS60 will have an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.
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Panasonic ZS60 vs Sony W730 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS60 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W730 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Panasonic | Sony |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS60 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W730 |
Otherwise known as | Lumix DMC-TZ80 | - |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2016-01-05 | 2013-01-08 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Venus Engine | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 18 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4896 x 3672 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Maximum boosted ISO | 6400 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 49 | - |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-720mm (30.0x) | 25-224mm (9.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.3-6.4 | f/3.3-6.3 |
Macro focus range | 3cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
Screen resolution | 1,040k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen technology | - | TFT LCD display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder resolution | 1,166k dot | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.46x | - |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4s | 2s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1600s |
Highest silent shutter speed | 1/16000s | - |
Continuous shooting speed | 10.0fps | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 5.60 m (at Auto ISO) | 2.80 m |
Flash modes | Auto, Auto/Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Slow Sync./Red-eye Reduction, Forced Off | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync, Advanced Flash |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 (30p), 1920 x 1080 (60p, 60i, 30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1280x720 |
Video format | MPEG-4, AVCHD | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 282 gr (0.62 lb) | 122 gr (0.27 lb) |
Dimensions | 112 x 64 x 38mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.5") | 93 x 52 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.0" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | 37 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | 19.3 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | 10.6 | not tested |
DXO Low light score | 109 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 320 photos | 240 photos |
Battery format | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | - | NP-BN |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 3 shots / 10 secs) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Launch pricing | $248 | $138 |