Panasonic ZS200 vs Samsung EX2F

Lets look closer at the Panasonic ZS200 versus Samsung EX2F, one is a Large Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Panasonic and Samsung. There exists a big gap between the image resolutions of the ZS200 (20MP) and EX2F (12MP) and the ZS200 (1") and EX2F (1/1.7") come with different sensor dimensions.

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The ZS200 was unveiled 5 years after the EX2F which is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic ZS200 being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Samsung EX2F being a Compact camera.

Before diving in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a quick highlight of how the ZS200 matches up versus the EX2F when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DC-ZS200 and Samsung EX2F. The full galleries are available at Panasonic ZS200 Gallery and Samsung EX2F Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to carry around your camera often, you should factor in its weight and proportions. The Panasonic ZS200 enjoys outside measurements of 111mm x 66mm x 45mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.8") with a weight of 340 grams (0.75 lbs) and the Samsung EX2F has measurements of 112mm x 62mm x 29mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 1.1") and a weight of 294 grams (0.65 lbs).

Check the Panasonic ZS200 versus Samsung EX2F in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you select at that moment. Below is the front view sizing comparison of the ZS200 and the EX2F.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the ZS200 and EX2F is 86 and 90 respectively.

Typically, it can be tough to visualize the gap between sensor sizes just by going over specs. The pic underneath may provide you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the ZS200 and EX2F.

All in all, the two cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The ZS200 with its larger sensor is going to make getting bokeh easier and the Panasonic ZS200 will deliver greater detail having an extra 8MP. Greater resolution will help you crop pics a little more aggressively. The newer ZS200 provides an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.