Panasonic ZS200 vs Panasonic SZ7

Let's look more closely at the Panasonic ZS200 and Panasonic SZ7, former is a Large Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact and they are both sold by Panasonic. There exists a large gap among the resolutions of the ZS200 (20MP) and SZ7 (14MP) and the ZS200 (1") and SZ7 (1/2.3") have totally different sensor size.

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The ZS200 was announced 6 years after the SZ7 which is a fairly serious difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic ZS200 being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Panasonic SZ7 being a Compact camera.

Before delving into a detailed comparison, here is a quick summation of how the ZS200 grades against the SZ7 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DC-ZS200 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ7. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic ZS200 Gallery & Panasonic SZ7 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you are going to need to take into account its weight and volume. The Panasonic ZS200 enjoys exterior 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 SZ7 has sizing of 99mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") with a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs).

Analyze the Panasonic ZS200 and Panasonic SZ7 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are employing during that time. Underneath is a front view measurements comparison of the ZS200 compared to the SZ7.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the ZS200 and SZ7 is 86 and 95 respectively.

Sometimes, it's tough to see the contrast in sensor sizes only by checking out technical specs. The picture below should provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the ZS200 and SZ7.

As you have seen, each of the cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The ZS200 with its bigger sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field simpler and the Panasonic ZS200 will produce more detail with its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop shots way more aggressively. The younger ZS200 is going to have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.