Panasonic ZS200 vs Panasonic XS1

Here, we are analyzing the Panasonic ZS200 and Panasonic XS1, one being a Large Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Compact and both are sold by Panasonic. There is a huge difference among the image resolutions of the ZS200 (20MP) and XS1 (16MP) and the ZS200 (1") and XS1 (1/2.3") offer totally different sensor sizing.

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The ZS200 was introduced 5 years later than the XS1 and that is a fairly significant 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 XS1 being a Compact camera.

Before we go into a more detailed comparison, here is a concise summation of how the ZS200 scores against the XS1 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DC-ZS200 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-XS1. The whole galleries are provided at Panasonic ZS200 Gallery and Panasonic XS1 Gallery.

In case you're planning to carry your camera, you need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Panasonic ZS200 comes with exterior measurements 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 XS1 has measurements of 94mm x 54mm x 14mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.6") with a weight of 103 grams (0.23 lbs).

Check out the Panasonic ZS200 and Panasonic XS1 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have attached at that moment. Below is a front view physical size comparison of the ZS200 and the XS1.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the ZS200 and XS1 is 86 and 97 respectively.

Often, it is tough to visualise the gap in sensor sizing just by looking through technical specs. The photograph here may provide you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the ZS200 and XS1.

As you can tell, both of the cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The ZS200 with its larger sensor will make achieving shallower depth of field less difficult and the Panasonic ZS200 will provide you with more detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will enable you to crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The more modern ZS200 will have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.