Panasonic ZS200 vs Panasonic TS4
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Panasonic ZS200 vs Panasonic TS4 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 12800 (Boost to 25600)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- 24-360mm (F3.3-6.4) lens
- 340g - 111 x 66 x 45mm
- Introduced February 2018
- Additionally Known as Lumix DC-TZ200
- Replaced the Panasonic ZS100
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- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-128mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 197g - 103 x 64 x 27mm
- Launched January 2012
- Additionally Known as Lumix DMC-FT4
- Older Model is Panasonic TS3
- Successor is Panasonic TS5
Panasonic ZS200 vs Panasonic TS4 Overview
Below, we will be evaluating the Panasonic ZS200 versus Panasonic TS4, former being a Large Sensor Compact while the latter is a Waterproof and both are manufactured by Panasonic. There is a considerable difference among the image resolutions of the ZS200 (20MP) and TS4 (12MP) and the ZS200 (1") and TS4 (1/2.3") possess different sensor size.
Apple Innovates by Creating Next-Level Optical Stabilization for iPhoneThe ZS200 was introduced 6 years later than the TS4 and that is a fairly large difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic ZS200 being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Panasonic TS4 being a Compact camera.
Before we go straight into a thorough comparison, below is a simple overview of how the ZS200 grades versus the TS4 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Panasonic ZS200 vs Panasonic TS4 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DC-ZS200 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS4. The whole galleries are viewable at Panasonic ZS200 Gallery & Panasonic TS4 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS200 over the Panasonic TS4
ZS200 | TS4 | |||
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Launched | February 2018 | January 2012 | Fresher by 74 months | |
Focus manually | Very precise focus | |||
Screen dimension | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") | |
Screen resolution | 1240k | 230k | Crisper screen (+1010k dot) | |
Touch screen | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Panasonic TS4 over the Panasonic ZS200
TS4 | ZS200 |
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Common features in the Panasonic ZS200 and Panasonic TS4
ZS200 | TS4 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Neither features selfie screen |
Panasonic ZS200 vs Panasonic TS4 Physical Comparison
In case you're aiming to carry your camera regularly, you will need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic ZS200 enjoys physical dimensions of 111mm x 66mm x 45mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.8") accompanied by a weight of 340 grams (0.75 lbs) and the Panasonic TS4 has dimensions of 103mm x 64mm x 27mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.1") along with a weight of 197 grams (0.43 lbs).
Contrast the Panasonic ZS200 versus Panasonic TS4 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you select at that time. Here is the front view dimension comparison of the ZS200 against the TS4.
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the ZS200 and TS4 is 86 and 92 respectively.
Panasonic ZS200 vs Panasonic TS4 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, its hard to picture the difference in sensor sizing merely by seeing specifications. The visual here will help give you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the ZS200 and TS4.
Plainly, both of those cameras have got different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The ZS200 having a bigger sensor is going to make shooting shallow DOF less difficult and the Panasonic ZS200 will produce greater detail using its extra 8 Megapixels. Higher resolution will let you crop shots much more aggressively. The fresher ZS200 should have an advantage in sensor innovation.
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Panasonic ZS200 vs Panasonic TS4 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DC-ZS200 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS4 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Panasonic | Panasonic |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DC-ZS200 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS4 |
Also called as | Lumix DC-TZ200 | Lumix DMC-FT4 |
Class | Large Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Introduced | 2018-02-13 | 2012-01-31 |
Physical type | Large Sensor Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Venus Engine | Venus Engine FHD |
Sensor type | MOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 13.2 x 8.8mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 116.2mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 5472 x 3648 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 12800 | 6400 |
Highest enhanced ISO | 25600 | - |
Min native ISO | 125 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Min enhanced ISO | 80 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 49 | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-360mm (15.0x) | 28-128mm (4.6x) |
Max aperture | f/3.3-6.4 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 5cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 2.7 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
Resolution of screen | 1,240k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen tech | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,330k dots | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.53x | - |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 60s | 60s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1300s |
Fastest silent shutter speed | 1/16000s | - |
Continuous shutter rate | 10.0 frames/s | 4.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 6.80 m (at Auto ISO) | 5.60 m |
Flash modes | Auto, Auto/Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Forced On/Red-eye Reduction, Slow Sync., Slow Sync./Red-eye Reduction, Forced Off | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | - | 1920 x 1080 (60, 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | MPEG-4, AVCHD, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | Yes | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 340 grams (0.75 pounds) | 197 grams (0.43 pounds) |
Dimensions | 111 x 66 x 45mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.8") | 103 x 64 x 27mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 370 shots | 310 shots |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs, 3 shots @ 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC card (UHS-I compatible) | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Price at release | $800 | $399 |