Panasonic FZ1000 II vs Panasonic ZS200

The following is a extended comparison of the Panasonic FZ1000 II and Panasonic ZS200, one is a Large Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Large Sensor Compact and both of them are offered by Panasonic. The image resolution of the FZ1000 II (20MP) and the ZS200 (20MP) is fairly close and both cameras boast the same sensor size (1").

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The FZ1000 II was manufactured 13 months after the ZS200 making them a generation away from each other. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Panasonic FZ1000 II being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic ZS200 being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before we go straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a concise summary of how the FZ1000 II grades vs the ZS200 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DC-FZ1000 II and Panasonic Lumix DC-ZS200. The entire galleries are available at Panasonic FZ1000 II Gallery and Panasonic ZS200 Gallery.

If you are intending to travel with your camera, you have to think about its weight and size. The Panasonic FZ1000 II has got external measurements of 136mm x 97mm x 132mm (5.4" x 3.8" x 5.2") having a weight of 808 grams (1.78 lbs) while the Panasonic ZS200 has specifications of 111mm x 66mm x 45mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.8") having a weight of 340 grams (0.75 lbs).

Compare the Panasonic FZ1000 II and Panasonic ZS200 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you choose at that moment. Underneath is a front view dimension comparison of the FZ1000 II compared to the ZS200.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the FZ1000 II and ZS200 is 55 and 86 respectively.

In many cases, it is tough to visualise the contrast in sensor dimensions only by looking through specifications. The picture here might give you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the FZ1000 II and ZS200.

To sum up, both cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the same exact MP therefore you should expect comparable quality of files however you will want to consider the release date of the cameras into account. The more recent FZ1000 II will have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.