Panasonic ZS200 vs Samsung NX1

On this page, we are matching up the Panasonic ZS200 versus Samsung NX1, one is a Large Sensor Compact and the other is a Pro Mirrorless by manufacturers Panasonic and Samsung. There is a significant difference between the resolutions of the ZS200 (20MP) and NX1 (28MP) and the ZS200 (1") and NX1 (APS-C) have totally different sensor measurements.

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The ZS200 was unveiled 3 years after the NX1 which is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras have different body design with the Panasonic ZS200 being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Samsung NX1 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving straight to a complete comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the ZS200 matches up against the NX1 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DC-ZS200 and Samsung NX1. The full galleries are provided at Panasonic ZS200 Gallery and Samsung NX1 Gallery.

For anybody who is going to travel with your camera often, you should factor in its weight and measurements. The Panasonic ZS200 features outside measurements of 111mm x 66mm x 45mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.8") having a weight of 340 grams (0.75 lbs) whilst the Samsung NX1 has proportions of 139mm x 102mm x 66mm (5.5" x 4.0" x 2.6") along with a weight of 550 grams (1.21 lbs).

See the Panasonic ZS200 versus Samsung NX1 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you select at the time. Here is a front view over all size comparison of the ZS200 and the NX1.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the ZS200 and NX1 is 86 and 66 respectively.

Generally, it is very difficult to see the gap between sensor dimensions merely by reviewing specs. The image underneath should offer you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the ZS200 and NX1.

All in all, both cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The ZS200 having a tinier sensor will make achieving shallower depth of field trickier and the Samsung NX1 will deliver greater detail having an extra 8 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop photos a bit more aggressively. The fresher ZS200 will have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.