Panasonic ZS200 vs Sony H400

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.

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The 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.

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.

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.

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.