Leica X1 vs Panasonic ZS200

Here, we are reviewing the Leica X1 and Panasonic ZS200, both Large Sensor Compact cameras by competitors Leica and Panasonic. There exists a considerable gap among the sensor resolutions of the X1 (12MP) and ZS200 (20MP) and the X1 (APS-C) and ZS200 (1") posses totally different sensor sizes.

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The X1 was launched 9 years before the ZS200 which is a fairly large difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Large Sensor Compact).

Before getting into a full comparison, here is a brief overview of how the X1 scores vs the ZS200 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Leica X1 & Panasonic Lumix DC-ZS200. The complete galleries are available at Leica X1 Gallery & Panasonic ZS200 Gallery.

In case you're looking to carry around your camera often, you'll have to think about its weight and size. The Leica X1 enjoys outside measurements of 124mm x 60mm x 32mm (4.9" x 2.4" x 1.3") and a weight of 306 grams (0.67 lbs) whilst the Panasonic ZS200 has specifications of 111mm x 66mm x 45mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.8") and a weight of 340 grams (0.75 lbs).

Look at the Leica X1 and Panasonic ZS200 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you select at that moment. Below is a front view physical size comparison of the X1 vs the ZS200.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the X1 and ZS200 is 89 and 86 respectively.

Quite often, it's difficult to see the gap in sensor sizes simply by looking through specifications. The picture here should offer you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the X1 and ZS200.

Plainly, the 2 cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The X1 because of its larger sensor will make getting shallow DOF less difficult and the Panasonic ZS200 will provide you with extra detail utilizing its extra 8 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also let you crop images way more aggressively. The more aged X1 will be behind when it comes to sensor technology.