Panasonic ZS200 vs Sony H400
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Panasonic ZS200 vs Sony H400 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 12800 (Push to 25600)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- 24-360mm (F3.3-6.4) lens
- 340g - 111 x 66 x 45mm
- Revealed February 2018
- Other Name is Lumix DC-TZ200
- Old Model is Panasonic ZS100
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-1550mm (F3.4-6.5) lens
- 628g - 130 x 95 x 122mm
- Revealed February 2014
Panasonic ZS200 vs Sony H400 Overview
Here is a extensive review of the Panasonic ZS200 versus Sony H400, one being a Large Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Panasonic and Sony. The sensor resolution of the ZS200 (20MP) and the H400 (20MP) is fairly well matched but the ZS200 (1") and H400 (1/2.3") boast different sensor size.
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe ZS200 was announced 4 years later than the H400 and that is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic ZS200 being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Sony H400 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.
Before going right into a in depth comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the ZS200 grades against the H400 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Panasonic ZS200 vs Sony H400 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DC-ZS200 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H400. The whole galleries are provided at Panasonic ZS200 Gallery and Sony H400 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS200 over the Sony H400
ZS200 | H400 | |||
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Revealed | February 2018 | February 2014 | Fresher by 49 months | |
Manually focus | Dial exact focus | |||
Display resolution | 1240k | 460k | Sharper display (+780k dot) | |
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony H400 over the Panasonic ZS200
H400 | ZS200 |
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Common features in the Panasonic ZS200 and Sony H400
ZS200 | H400 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display size | 3" | 3" | Same display size | |
Selfie screen | Absent selfie screen |
Panasonic ZS200 vs Sony H400 Physical Comparison
When you are planning to carry your camera, you have to take into account its weight and size. The Panasonic ZS200 has exterior 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 Sony H400 has specifications of 130mm x 95mm x 122mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 4.8") having a weight of 628 grams (1.38 lbs).
Look at the Panasonic ZS200 versus Sony H400 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are employing at that time. Underneath is a front view proportions comparison of the ZS200 versus the H400.
Considering size and weight, the portability score of the ZS200 and H400 is 86 and 62 respectively.
Panasonic ZS200 vs Sony H400 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it can be hard to imagine the difference between sensor sizing only by looking at technical specs. The visual below might give you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the ZS200 and H400.
As you have seen, each of these cameras come with the identical resolution but different sensor sizing. The ZS200 has got the larger sensor which should make getting shallow DOF less difficult. The more recent ZS200 should have an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.
Panasonic ZS200 vs Sony H400 Screen and ViewFinder
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Panasonic ZS200 vs Sony H400 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DC-ZS200 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H400 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Panasonic | Sony |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DC-ZS200 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H400 |
Other name | Lumix DC-TZ200 | - |
Class | Large Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Revealed | 2018-02-13 | 2014-02-13 |
Body design | Large Sensor Compact | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Venus Engine | Bionz(R) |
Sensor type | MOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 13.2 x 8.8mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 116.2mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20 megapixels | 20 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 5472 x 3648 | 5152 x 3864 |
Maximum native ISO | 12800 | 3200 |
Maximum boosted ISO | 25600 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 125 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Minimum boosted ISO | 80 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Number of focus points | 49 | - |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-360mm (15.0x) | 25-1550mm (62.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.3-6.4 | f/3.4-6.5 |
Macro focus distance | 5cm | - |
Crop factor | 2.7 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 1,240k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen tech | - | Clear Photo LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,330k dot | 201k dot |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.53x | - |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 60s | 30s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Highest silent shutter speed | 1/16000s | - |
Continuous shooting speed | 10.0fps | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 6.80 m (at Auto ISO) | 8.80 m |
Flash modes | Auto, Auto/Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Forced On/Red-eye Reduction, Slow Sync., Slow Sync./Red-eye Reduction, Forced Off | Auto, Flash On, Slow Synchro, Flash Off, Advanced Flash |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | - | 1280 X 720 |
Maximum video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, AVCHD, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | Yes | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 340g (0.75 pounds) | 628g (1.38 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 111 x 66 x 45mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.8") | 130 x 95 x 122mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 4.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 370 photos | 300 photos |
Battery format | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs, 3 shots @ 10 sec) | Yes (Off, 10 sec, 2 sec, portrait1, portrait2) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC card (UHS-I compatible) | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick PRO Duo/Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Cost at launch | $800 | $268 |