Panasonic ZS200 vs Samsung NX300M

Let's look more in depth at the Panasonic ZS200 versus Samsung NX300M, one being a Large Sensor Compact and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by competitors Panasonic and Samsung. The resolution of the ZS200 (20MP) and the NX300M (20MP) is relatively close but the ZS200 (1") and NX300M (APS-C) have totally different sensor size.

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The ZS200 was released 5 years later than the NX300M and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic ZS200 being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Samsung NX300M being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the ZS200 matches up vs the NX300M with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DC-ZS200 and Samsung NX300M. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic ZS200 Gallery and Samsung NX300M Gallery.

If you are aiming to lug around your camera often, you will need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Panasonic ZS200 features exterior measurements of 111mm x 66mm x 45mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.8") having a weight of 340 grams (0.75 lbs) and the Samsung NX300M has proportions of 122mm x 64mm x 41mm (4.8" x 2.5" x 1.6") along with a weight of 331 grams (0.73 lbs).

Check the Panasonic ZS200 versus Samsung NX300M in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you select at that time. Underneath is a front view proportions comparison of the ZS200 versus the NX300M.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the ZS200 and NX300M is 86 and 86 respectively.

Generally, it is difficult to visualise the difference in sensor measurements only by looking through a spec sheet. The visual below should offer you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the ZS200 and NX300M.

Clearly, the 2 cameras come with the identical resolution albeit not the same sensor measurements. The ZS200 provides the smaller sensor which should make achieving shallow DOF more difficult. The more modern ZS200 will have an edge in sensor innovation.