Panasonic ZS60 vs Sony WX10

The following is a detailed review of the Panasonic ZS60 vs Sony WX10, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Panasonic and Sony. The resolution of the ZS60 (18MP) and the WX10 (16MP) is fairly comparable and both cameras have the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The ZS60 was brought out 5 years after the WX10 which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before going right into a in depth comparison, here is a brief summary of how the ZS60 matches up vs the WX10 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS60 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX10. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic ZS60 Gallery and Sony WX10 Gallery.

If you're aiming to travel with your camera often, you will have to take into account its weight and volume. The Panasonic ZS60 offers outside measurements of 112mm x 64mm x 38mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 282 grams (0.62 lbs) whilst the Sony WX10 has sizing of 95mm x 54mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.9") with a weight of 161 grams (0.35 lbs).

Examine the Panasonic ZS60 vs Sony WX10 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have chosen during that time. Underneath is a front view over all size comparison of the ZS60 against the WX10.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the ZS60 and WX10 is 88 and 95 respectively.

Normally, its tough to picture the gap in sensor dimensions only by seeing specifications. The image here will help provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the ZS60 and WX10.

To sum up, each of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions but different megapixels. You should anticipate the Panasonic ZS60 to show extra detail having its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop pics a bit more aggressively. The more modern ZS60 provides an advantage in sensor tech.