Panasonic ZS200 vs Panasonic GH1

Here is a in-depth overview of the Panasonic ZS200 versus Panasonic GH1, former being a Large Sensor Compact while the other is a Advanced Mirrorless and both of them are created by Panasonic. There exists a large gap between the sensor resolutions of the ZS200 (20MP) and GH1 (12MP) and the ZS200 (1") and GH1 (Four Thirds) come with totally different sensor dimensions.

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The ZS200 was introduced 8 years later than the GH1 and that is quite a serious difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic ZS200 being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Panasonic GH1 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving straight into a detailed comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the ZS200 matches up against the GH1 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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If you are looking to carry your camera often, you should factor in its weight and volume. The Panasonic ZS200 enjoys physical measurements of 111mm x 66mm x 45mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.8") and a weight of 340 grams (0.75 lbs) whilst the Panasonic GH1 has sizing of 124mm x 90mm x 45mm (4.9" x 3.5" x 1.8") and a weight of 385 grams (0.85 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are utilising at that moment. The following is the front view over all size comparison of the ZS200 compared to the GH1.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the ZS200 and GH1 is 86 and 81 respectively.

More often than not, it's hard to see the gap between sensor sizing simply by reviewing specs. The graphic here will offer you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the ZS200 and GH1.

All in all, both the cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The ZS200 with its tinier sensor will make achieving shallower DOF harder and the Panasonic ZS200 will offer you greater detail using its extra 8MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop images a little more aggressively. The younger ZS200 is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.