Nikon Z5 vs Panasonic ZS200

Lets take a closer look at the Nikon Z5 versus Panasonic ZS200, one being a Advanced Mirrorless and the other is a Large Sensor Compact by manufacturers Nikon and Panasonic. The resolution of the Z5 (24MP) and the ZS200 (20MP) is fairly well matched but the Z5 (Full frame) and ZS200 (1") use different sensor size.

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The Z5 was unveiled 2 years later than the ZS200 and that is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras come with different body type with the Nikon Z5 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic ZS200 being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before we go straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a concise view of how the Z5 grades vs the ZS200 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Z5 and Panasonic Lumix DC-ZS200. The full galleries are viewable at Nikon Z5 Gallery and Panasonic ZS200 Gallery.

If you are aiming to carry your camera frequently, you will have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Nikon Z5 provides exterior dimensions of 134mm x 101mm x 70mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.8") along with a weight of 675 grams (1.49 lbs) and the Panasonic ZS200 has proportions of 111mm x 66mm x 45mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.8") along with a weight of 340 grams (0.75 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you use at that moment. Following is the front view size comparison of the Z5 against the ZS200.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the Z5 and ZS200 is 62 and 86 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's difficult to visualize the difference between sensor sizing only by checking a spec sheet. The visual underneath should offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the Z5 and ZS200.

As you can see, the two cameras have got different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The Z5 with its larger sensor is going to make shooting bokeh simpler and the Nikon Z5 will give you more detail having an extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop pics much more aggressively. The fresher Z5 should have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.