Panasonic ZS200 vs Panasonic TS2

Below is a in-depth comparison of the Panasonic ZS200 versus Panasonic TS2, one being a Large Sensor Compact and the other is a Waterproof and they are both built by Panasonic. There is a sizeable difference among the image resolutions of the ZS200 (20MP) and TS2 (14MP) and the ZS200 (1") and TS2 (1/2.3") posses totally different sensor size.

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The ZS200 was unveiled 8 years later than the TS2 and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic ZS200 being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Panasonic TS2 being a Compact camera.

Before delving into a in depth comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the ZS200 scores versus the TS2 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DC-ZS200 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS2. The full galleries are provided at Panasonic ZS200 Gallery and Panasonic TS2 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to lug around your camera frequently, you should take into account its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic ZS200 enjoys external measurements 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 TS2 has dimensions of 99mm x 63mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") and a weight of 188 grams (0.41 lbs).

Look at the Panasonic ZS200 versus Panasonic TS2 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are employing at that time. Below is a front view dimension comparison of the ZS200 and the TS2.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the ZS200 and TS2 is 86 and 93 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is tough to envision the gap in sensor measurements only by going through specifications. The photograph underneath might provide you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the ZS200 and TS2.

Plainly, each of these cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The ZS200 having a larger sensor will make shooting shallow depth of field simpler and the Panasonic ZS200 will provide more detail having an extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop images a good deal more aggressively. The younger ZS200 is going to have a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.