Panasonic ZS200 vs Panasonic GF2

Here is a thorough analysis of the Panasonic ZS200 and Panasonic GF2, one being a Large Sensor Compact and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and they are both built by Panasonic. There exists a big gap between the sensor resolutions of the ZS200 (20MP) and GF2 (12MP) and the ZS200 (1") and GF2 (Four Thirds) boast totally different sensor sizes.

Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firms

The ZS200 was introduced 7 years later than the GF2 and that is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic ZS200 being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Panasonic GF2 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before going into a in-depth comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the ZS200 matches up versus the GF2 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DC-ZS200 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF2. The whole galleries are provided at Panasonic ZS200 Gallery and Panasonic GF2 Gallery.

In case you're looking to carry your camera frequently, you are going to need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Panasonic ZS200 features outside dimensions of 111mm x 66mm x 45mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.8") having a weight of 340 grams (0.75 lbs) while the Panasonic GF2 has proportions of 113mm x 68mm x 33mm (4.4" x 2.7" x 1.3") along with a weight of 310 grams (0.68 lbs).

See the Panasonic ZS200 and Panasonic GF2 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Underneath is a front view physical size comparison of the ZS200 and the GF2.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the ZS200 and GF2 is 86 and 88 respectively.

More often than not, it's difficult to visualise the contrast between sensor sizing purely by checking specs. The visual underneath should give you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the ZS200 and GF2.

All in all, the 2 cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The ZS200 with its tinier sensor will make getting shallower depth of field more challenging and the Panasonic ZS200 will give you more detail using its extra 8MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The more recent ZS200 is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.