Panasonic ZS200 vs Samsung NX210
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Panasonic ZS200 vs Samsung NX210 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 12800 (Raise 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 referred to as Lumix DC-TZ200
- Superseded the Panasonic ZS100
(Full Review)
- 20MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 12800
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Samsung NX Mount
- 222g - 117 x 63 x 37mm
- Introduced August 2012
- Succeeded the Samsung NX200
- Updated by Samsung NX300

Panasonic ZS200 vs Samsung NX210 Overview
Here, we are comparing the Panasonic ZS200 and Samsung NX210, one is a Large Sensor Compact and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by companies Panasonic and Samsung. The resolution of the ZS200 (20MP) and the NX210 (20MP) is very close but the ZS200 (1") and NX210 (APS-C) have different sensor measurements.

The ZS200 was revealed 5 years after the NX210 which is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic ZS200 being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Samsung NX210 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before diving straight to a full comparison, here is a quick summation of how the ZS200 scores vs the NX210 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Panasonic ZS200 vs Samsung NX210 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DC-ZS200 and Samsung NX210. The full galleries are provided at Panasonic ZS200 Gallery and Samsung NX210 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS200 over the Samsung NX210
ZS200 | NX210 | |||
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Introduced | February 2018 | ![]() | August 2012 | More modern by 67 months |
Display resolution | 1240k | ![]() | 614k | Crisper display (+626k dot) |
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Samsung NX210 over the Panasonic ZS200
NX210 | ZS200 |
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Common features in the Panasonic ZS200 and Samsung NX210
ZS200 | NX210 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Very precise focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same display measurements |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen |
Panasonic ZS200 vs Samsung NX210 Physical Comparison
When you are going to carry around your camera regularly, you have to factor its weight and size. The Panasonic ZS200 comes with outside dimensions of 111mm x 66mm x 45mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.8") along with a weight of 340 grams (0.75 lbs) whilst the Samsung NX210 has specifications of 117mm x 63mm x 37mm (4.6" x 2.5" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs).
See the Panasonic ZS200 and Samsung NX210 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you choose at that moment. Underneath is a front view overall size comparison of the ZS200 compared to the NX210.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the ZS200 and NX210 is 86 and 90 respectively.

Panasonic ZS200 vs Samsung NX210 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it is very hard to picture the difference in sensor sizes simply by researching technical specs. The pic underneath might give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the ZS200 and NX210.
As you can tell, both the cameras feature the identical megapixel count but different sensor sizes. The ZS200 offers the smaller sensor which is going to make obtaining shallow depth of field harder. The younger ZS200 provides an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.

Panasonic ZS200 vs Samsung NX210 Screen and ViewFinder


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Panasonic ZS200 vs Samsung NX210 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DC-ZS200 | Samsung NX210 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Panasonic | Samsung |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DC-ZS200 | Samsung NX210 |
Also referred to as | Lumix DC-TZ200 | - |
Class | Large Sensor Compact | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Introduced | 2018-02-13 | 2012-08-14 |
Physical type | Large Sensor Compact | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Venus Engine | - |
Sensor type | MOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1" | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 13.2 x 8.8mm | 23.5 x 15.7mm |
Sensor surface area | 116.2mm² | 369.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20 megapixel | 20 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 5472 x 3648 | 5472 x 3648 |
Maximum native ISO | 12800 | 12800 |
Maximum boosted ISO | 25600 | - |
Min native ISO | 125 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Min boosted ISO | 80 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 49 | 15 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | Samsung NX |
Lens focal range | 24-360mm (15.0x) | - |
Highest aperture | f/3.3-6.4 | - |
Macro focus range | 5cm | - |
Number of lenses | - | 32 |
Crop factor | 2.7 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3" | 3" |
Display resolution | 1,240k dots | 614k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display tech | - | Active Matrix OLED screen |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,330k dots | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.53x | - |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 60 secs | 30 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Highest quiet shutter speed | 1/16000 secs | - |
Continuous shooting rate | 10.0 frames/s | 8.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 6.80 m (at Auto ISO) | no built-in flash |
Flash options | 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, Fill-in, 1st/2nd Curtain, Smart Flash, Manual |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Highest flash synchronize | - | 1/180 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | - | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1920 x 810 (24 fps) 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, AVCHD, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | Yes | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | Optional |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 340g (0.75 lb) | 222g (0.49 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 111 x 66 x 45mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.8") | 117 x 63 x 37mm (4.6" x 2.5" x 1.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | 71 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 22.8 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 12.5 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 719 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 370 photos | 330 photos |
Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | - | BC1030 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs, 3 shots @ 10 sec) | Yes (2 sec to 30 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC card (UHS-I compatible) | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | One | One |
Pricing at launch | $800 | $625 |