Panasonic ZS200 vs Panasonic TS4

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.

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The 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.

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.

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.

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.