Nikon S6200 vs Panasonic ZS1

Below, we will be evaluating the Nikon S6200 and Panasonic ZS1, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Nikon and Panasonic. There is a huge difference between the image resolutions of the S6200 (16MP) and ZS1 (10MP) and the S6200 (1/2.3") and ZS1 (1/2.5") use different sensor measurements.

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The S6200 was revealed 2 years later than the ZS1 and that is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a short summation of how the S6200 scores against the ZS1 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix S6200 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS1. The full galleries are available at Nikon S6200 Gallery and Panasonic ZS1 Gallery.

In case you're planning to lug around your camera, you will have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Nikon S6200 has exterior measurements of 93mm x 58mm x 26mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 1.0") along with a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs) and the Panasonic ZS1 has measurements of 103mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") and a weight of 229 grams (0.50 lbs).

Check the Nikon S6200 and Panasonic ZS1 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Below is the front view scale comparison of the S6200 versus the ZS1.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the S6200 and ZS1 is 94 and 91 respectively.

Generally, it is very hard to picture the difference between sensor measurements just by reading specifications. The graphic here will help provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the S6200 and ZS1.

Plainly, both of the cameras have got different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The S6200 using its bigger sensor is going to make achieving bokeh less difficult and the Nikon S6200 will offer you extra detail because of its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop photographs much more aggressively. The newer S6200 should have an advantage in sensor tech.