Panasonic ZS200 vs Sony HX90V

Below, we will be comparing the Panasonic ZS200 and Sony HX90V, former being a Large Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Panasonic and Sony. The image resolution of the ZS200 (20MP) and the HX90V (18MP) is relatively close but the ZS200 (1") and HX90V (1/2.3") use totally different sensor dimensions.

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The ZS200 was revealed 2 years later than the HX90V and that is a fairly big difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic ZS200 being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Sony HX90V being a Compact camera.

Before diving through a in-depth comparison, below is a short summary of how the ZS200 matches up against the HX90V in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DC-ZS200 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX90V. The full galleries are available at Panasonic ZS200 Gallery & Sony HX90V Gallery.

When you are going to carry your camera often, you should factor in its weight and measurements. The Panasonic ZS200 enjoys outside measurements of 111mm x 66mm x 45mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.8") and a weight of 340 grams (0.75 lbs) and the Sony HX90V has proportions of 102mm x 58mm x 36mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.4") with a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).

Analyze the Panasonic ZS200 and Sony HX90V in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Below is the front view over all size comparison of the ZS200 compared to the HX90V.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the ZS200 and HX90V is 86 and 91 respectively.

Typically, it's hard to see the contrast in sensor sizing only by looking through specifications. The visual below should give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the ZS200 and HX90V.

To sum up, each of these cameras posses different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The ZS200 with its bigger sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field easier and the Panasonic ZS200 will result in more detail because of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The more recent ZS200 will have an edge in sensor tech.