Panasonic ZS200 vs Panasonic GX1

Following is a in depth review of the Panasonic ZS200 vs Panasonic GX1, one is a Large Sensor Compact and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and both are designed by Panasonic. There is a big difference between the sensor resolutions of the ZS200 (20MP) and GX1 (16MP) and the ZS200 (1") and GX1 (Four Thirds) possess totally different sensor dimensions.

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The ZS200 was brought out 6 years after the GX1 which is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic ZS200 being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Panasonic GX1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving through a step-by-step comparison, below is a quick view of how the ZS200 matches up vs the GX1 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DC-ZS200 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX1. The entire galleries are available at Panasonic ZS200 Gallery and Panasonic GX1 Gallery.

For anybody who is going to carry around your camera regularly, you'll have to think about its weight and measurements. The Panasonic ZS200 has got outer 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 GX1 has proportions of 116mm x 68mm x 39mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 318 grams (0.70 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic ZS200 vs Panasonic GX1 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have chosen at that time. Here is the front view scale comparison of the ZS200 compared to the GX1.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the ZS200 and GX1 is 86 and 87 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is tough to envision the contrast between sensor sizes only by going over specifications. The image underneath might give you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the ZS200 and GX1.

To sum up, both of the cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The ZS200 due to its tinier sensor will make shooting shallow DOF trickier and the Panasonic ZS200 will deliver extra detail having its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop pics a little more aggressively. The fresher ZS200 will have an advantage in sensor innovation.