Canon G1 X II vs Panasonic ZS200
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Canon G1 X II vs Panasonic ZS200 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 13MP - 1.5" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-120mm (F2.0-3.9) lens
- 553g - 116 x 74 x 66mm
- Announced February 2014
- Replaced the Canon G1 X
- Later Model is Canon G1 X III
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 12800 (Raise to 25600)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- 24-360mm (F3.3-6.4) lens
- 340g - 111 x 66 x 45mm
- Revealed February 2018
- Alternative Name is Lumix DC-TZ200
- Superseded the Panasonic ZS100
Canon G1 X II vs Panasonic ZS200 Overview
In this write-up, we are analyzing the Canon G1 X II versus Panasonic ZS200, both Large Sensor Compact digital cameras by brands Canon and Panasonic. There exists a significant gap between the sensor resolutions of the G1 X II (13MP) and ZS200 (20MP) and the G1 X II (1.5") and ZS200 (1") use totally different sensor dimensions.
Nikon Coolpix camera search on Google skyrockets by 8,500%The G1 X II was launched 5 years prior to the ZS200 which is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Large Sensor Compact).
Before we go through a in-depth comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the G1 X II grades versus the ZS200 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Canon G1 X II vs Panasonic ZS200 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot G1 X Mark II and Panasonic Lumix DC-ZS200. The complete galleries are provided at Canon G1 X II Gallery and Panasonic ZS200 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon G1 X II over the Panasonic ZS200
G1 X II | ZS200 | |||
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Display type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting display | |
Selfie screen | Easy selfies |
Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS200 over the Canon G1 X II
ZS200 | G1 X II | |||
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Revealed | February 2018 | February 2014 | More modern by 48 months | |
Display resolution | 1240k | 1040k | Clearer display (+200k dot) |
Common features in the Canon G1 X II and Panasonic ZS200
G1 X II | ZS200 | |||
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Manual focus | More accurate focusing | |||
Display sizing | 3" | 3" | Equivalent display sizing | |
Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Canon G1 X II vs Panasonic ZS200 Physical Comparison
In case you're looking to carry around your camera frequently, you have to factor its weight and measurements. The Canon G1 X II comes with outside dimensions of 116mm x 74mm x 66mm (4.6" x 2.9" x 2.6") having a weight of 553 grams (1.22 lbs) whilst the Panasonic ZS200 has proportions of 111mm x 66mm x 45mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.8") and a weight of 340 grams (0.75 lbs).
Contrast the Canon G1 X II versus Panasonic ZS200 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you select at the time. Below is the front view scale comparison of the G1 X II vs the ZS200.
Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the G1 X II and ZS200 is 76 and 86 respectively.
Canon G1 X II vs Panasonic ZS200 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it can be hard to see the difference between sensor sizes simply by looking at specs. The image below may offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the G1 X II and ZS200.
All in all, both the cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The G1 X II featuring a larger sensor will make shooting shallow depth of field simpler and the Panasonic ZS200 will give you extra detail utilizing its extra 7 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also let you crop images a little more aggressively. The more aged G1 X II is going to be disadvantaged in sensor technology.
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Canon G1 X II vs Panasonic ZS200 Specifications
Canon PowerShot G1 X Mark II | Panasonic Lumix DC-ZS200 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Canon | Panasonic |
Model type | Canon PowerShot G1 X Mark II | Panasonic Lumix DC-ZS200 |
Alternate name | - | Lumix DC-TZ200 |
Category | Large Sensor Compact | Large Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2014-02-12 | 2018-02-13 |
Body design | Large Sensor Compact | Large Sensor Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Digic 6 | Venus Engine |
Sensor type | CMOS | MOS |
Sensor size | 1.5" | 1" |
Sensor dimensions | 18.7 x 14mm | 13.2 x 8.8mm |
Sensor surface area | 261.8mm² | 116.2mm² |
Sensor resolution | 13 megapixel | 20 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 5:4, 4:3 and 3:2 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4160 x 3120 | 5472 x 3648 |
Highest native ISO | 12800 | 12800 |
Highest enhanced ISO | - | 25600 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 125 |
RAW format | ||
Min enhanced ISO | - | 80 |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | 31 | 49 |
Cross type focus points | 1 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-120mm (5.0x) | 24-360mm (15.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/2.0-3.9 | f/3.3-6.4 |
Macro focusing distance | 5cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 1.9 | 2.7 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 1,040k dot | 1,240k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Display technology | sRGB PureColor II Touchscreen LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic (optional) | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 2,330k dot |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.53x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 60 secs | 60 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Fastest quiet shutter speed | - | 1/16000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 5.0 frames per sec | 10.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 6.80 m | 6.80 m (at Auto ISO) |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Slow Synchro, Off | Auto, Auto/Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Forced On/Red-eye Reduction, Slow Sync., Slow Sync./Red-eye Reduction, Forced Off |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | - |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 3840x2160 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD, H.264 |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | Yes |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 553g (1.22 lbs) | 340g (0.75 lbs) |
Dimensions | 116 x 74 x 66mm (4.6" x 2.9" x 2.6") | 111 x 66 x 45mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | 58 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | 21.5 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 10.8 | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | 581 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 240 photographs | 370 photographs |
Battery form | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NB-12L | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs, custom) | Yes (2 or 10 secs, 3 shots @ 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC card (UHS-I compatible) |
Storage slots | One | One |
Price at release | $799 | $800 |