Panasonic ZS200 vs Panasonic S1

In this article, we are reviewing the Panasonic ZS200 and Panasonic S1, former being a Large Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Compact and both of them are created by Panasonic. There is a large difference among the resolutions of the ZS200 (20MP) and S1 (12MP) and the ZS200 (1") and S1 (1/2.3") possess different sensor dimensions.

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The ZS200 was launched 7 years later than the S1 and that is a fairly serious difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic ZS200 being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Panasonic S1 being a Compact camera.

Before we go straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a simple overview of how the ZS200 grades vs the S1 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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When you are looking to carry your camera regularly, you'll need to think about its weight and volume. The Panasonic ZS200 enjoys 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) and the Panasonic S1 has sizing of 99mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") with a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you have during that time. Underneath is the front view dimensions comparison of the ZS200 compared to the S1.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the ZS200 and S1 is 86 and 96 respectively.

Generally, its difficult to visualize the difference in sensor sizing purely by checking out a spec sheet. The graphic here might provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the ZS200 and S1.

Clearly, each of these cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The ZS200 featuring a larger sensor is going to make getting bokeh less difficult and the Panasonic ZS200 will produce more detail utilizing its extra 8MP. Greater resolution will help you crop pics far more aggressively. The younger ZS200 should have a benefit with regard to sensor technology.