Panasonic ZS60 vs Sony WX5
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Panasonic ZS60 vs Sony WX5 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 18MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200 (Push 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
- Also referred to as Lumix DMC-TZ80
- Previous Model is Panasonic ZS50
- Later Model is Panasonic ZS70
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.8" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-120mm (F2.4-5.9) lens
- 146g - 92 x 52 x 22mm
- Launched July 2010
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Let's look a little more in depth at the Panasonic ZS60 and Sony WX5, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Panasonic and Sony. There exists a significant gap among the sensor resolutions of the ZS60 (18MP) and WX5 (12MP) but they use the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe ZS60 was released 5 years after the WX5 which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go through a full comparison, below is a short view of how the ZS60 scores versus the WX5 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Photography Glossary Panasonic ZS60 vs Sony WX5 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS60 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX5. The complete galleries are available at Panasonic ZS60 Gallery and Sony WX5 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS60 over the Sony WX5
| ZS60 | WX5 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launched | January 2016 |  | July 2010 | Newer by 67 months |
| Focus manually |  | More accurate focusing | ||
| Display dimension | 3" |  | 2.8" | Larger display (+0.2") |
| Display resolution | 1040k |  | 461k | Sharper display (+579k dot) |
| Touch display |  | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony WX5 over the Panasonic ZS60
| WX5 | ZS60 |
|---|
Common features in the Panasonic ZS60 and Sony WX5
| ZS60 | WX5 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither provides selfie screen |
Panasonic ZS60 vs Sony WX5 Physical Comparison
In case you're going to travel with your camera, you'll need to factor its weight and measurements. The Panasonic ZS60 provides physical 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 WX5 has proportions of 92mm x 52mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.9") having a weight of 146 grams (0.32 lbs).
Examine the Panasonic ZS60 and Sony WX5 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Following is the front view sizing comparison of the ZS60 vs the WX5.
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the ZS60 and WX5 is 88 and 95 respectively.
Panasonic ZS60 vs Sony WX5 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it is very tough to see the difference in sensor dimensions only by seeing specifications. The pic below will provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the ZS60 and WX5.
To sum up, the 2 cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but not the same MP. You should expect to see the Panasonic ZS60 to provide extra detail as a result of its extra 6MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop images somewhat more aggressively. The more recent ZS60 will have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.
Panasonic ZS60 vs Sony WX5 Screen and ViewFinder
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Panasonic ZS60 vs Sony WX5 Specifications
| Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS60 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX5 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Company | Panasonic | Sony |
| Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS60 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX5 |
| Also Known as | Lumix DMC-TZ80 | - |
| Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
| Introduced | 2016-01-05 | 2010-07-08 |
| Body design | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor | Venus Engine | Bionz |
| Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
| 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 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
| Max resolution | 4896 x 3672 | 4000 x 3000 |
| Max native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
| Max enhanced ISO | 6400 | - |
| Min native ISO | 80 | 125 |
| RAW files | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focus | ||
| Touch focus | ||
| Continuous autofocus | ||
| Autofocus single | ||
| Tracking autofocus | ||
| Selective autofocus | ||
| Center weighted autofocus | ||
| Autofocus multi area | ||
| Autofocus live view | ||
| Face detect autofocus | ||
| Contract detect autofocus | ||
| Phase detect autofocus | ||
| Number of focus points | 49 | 9 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 24-720mm (30.0x) | 24-120mm (5.0x) |
| Largest aperture | f/3.3-6.4 | f/2.4-5.9 |
| Macro focus distance | 3cm | 5cm |
| Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display size | 3" | 2.8" |
| Display resolution | 1,040k dot | 461k dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch operation | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
| Viewfinder resolution | 1,166k dot | - |
| Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | - |
| Viewfinder magnification | 0.46x | - |
| Features | ||
| Minimum shutter speed | 4 secs | 2 secs |
| Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1600 secs |
| Fastest quiet shutter speed | 1/16000 secs | - |
| Continuous shutter speed | 10.0 frames/s | 10.0 frames/s |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual exposure | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
| Change white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash range | 5.60 m (at Auto ISO) | 5.10 m |
| Flash modes | Auto, Auto/Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Slow Sync./Red-eye Reduction, Forced Off | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow sync |
| External flash | ||
| AE bracketing | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment | ||
| Average | ||
| Spot | ||
| Partial | ||
| AF area | ||
| Center weighted | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 (30p), 1920 x 1080 (60p, 60i, 30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p) | 1920 x 1080 (50 fps), 1440 x 1080 (50, 25fps), 1280 x 720 (25 fps), 640 x 480 (25 fps) |
| Max video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1920x1080 |
| Video data format | MPEG-4, AVCHD | AVCHD |
| Mic jack | ||
| Headphone jack | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | Built-In | Eye-Fi Connected |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environment seal | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 282 gr (0.62 lb) | 146 gr (0.32 lb) |
| Dimensions | 112 x 64 x 38mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.5") | 92 x 52 x 22mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.9") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall 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 pictures | - |
| Battery form | Battery Pack | - |
| Battery model | - | NP-BN1 |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 3 shots / 10 secs) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
| Time lapse shooting | ||
| Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/ SDHC/ SDXC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo, Internal |
| Storage slots | One | One |
| Price at release | $248 | $250 |
