Panasonic ZS200 vs Panasonic FZ70

Here is a extended review of the Panasonic ZS200 versus Panasonic FZ70, one being a Large Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and they are both produced by Panasonic. There exists a big gap among the resolutions of the ZS200 (20MP) and FZ70 (16MP) and the ZS200 (1") and FZ70 (1/2.3") have totally different sensor dimensions.

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The ZS200 was announced 4 years later than the FZ70 and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Panasonic ZS200 being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Panasonic FZ70 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before getting right into a in-depth comparison, here is a concise overview of how the ZS200 scores vs the FZ70 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DC-ZS200 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ70. The whole galleries are viewable at Panasonic ZS200 Gallery and Panasonic FZ70 Gallery.

If you are looking to carry your camera frequently, you will want to think about its weight and size. The Panasonic ZS200 offers external measurements of 111mm x 66mm x 45mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.8") with a weight of 340 grams (0.75 lbs) and the Panasonic FZ70 has specifications of 130mm x 97mm x 118mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 4.6") along with a weight of 606 grams (1.34 lbs).

Compare the Panasonic ZS200 versus Panasonic FZ70 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you select during that time. Following is a front view proportions comparison of the ZS200 compared to the FZ70.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the ZS200 and FZ70 is 86 and 63 respectively.

Sometimes, it is hard to envision the contrast in sensor sizing merely by viewing specifications. The visual underneath will help offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the ZS200 and FZ70.

To sum up, both of these cameras have different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The ZS200 using its bigger sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field simpler and the Panasonic ZS200 will render extra detail with its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop shots a bit more aggressively. The fresher ZS200 will have an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.