Panasonic ZS200 vs Sony HX10V

Its time to examine more in depth at the Panasonic ZS200 vs Sony HX10V, former is a Large Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Panasonic and Sony. The resolution of the ZS200 (20MP) and the HX10V (18MP) is relatively close but the ZS200 (1") and HX10V (1/2.3") use different sensor sizing.

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The ZS200 was launched 6 years after the HX10V which is a fairly big difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic ZS200 being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Sony HX10V being a Compact camera.

Before we go in to a full comparison, below is a brief view of how the ZS200 scores against the HX10V with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DC-ZS200 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX10V. The complete galleries are available at Panasonic ZS200 Gallery & Sony HX10V Gallery.

When you are looking to carry around your camera frequently, you have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Panasonic ZS200 has got outside 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 HX10V has measurements of 105mm x 60mm x 34mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") and a weight of 234 grams (0.52 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are employing at that time. Underneath is the front view sizing comparison of the ZS200 against the HX10V.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the ZS200 and HX10V is 86 and 91 respectively.

Usually, it is hard to visualize the difference in sensor sizes only by researching a spec sheet. The picture below will offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the ZS200 and HX10V.

As you can see, both cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The ZS200 due to its bigger sensor is going to make shooting shallower depth of field less difficult and the Panasonic ZS200 will result in greater detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop photographs far more aggressively. The more recent ZS200 should have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.