Panasonic ZS200 vs Sony RX10

Let's look a bit more closely at the Panasonic ZS200 and Sony RX10, one being a Large Sensor Compact and the latter is a Large Sensor Superzoom by brands Panasonic and Sony. The image resolution of the ZS200 (20MP) and the RX10 (20MP) is relatively well matched and they possess the same exact sensor sizing (1").

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The ZS200 was revealed 3 years later than the RX10 and that is quite a serious gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic ZS200 being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Sony RX10 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before we go straight into a in depth comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the ZS200 scores against the RX10 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DC-ZS200 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX10. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic ZS200 Gallery and Sony RX10 Gallery.

In case you're looking to lug around your camera frequently, you will want to factor its weight and measurements. The Panasonic ZS200 has got physical dimensions of 111mm x 66mm x 45mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.8") along with a weight of 340 grams (0.75 lbs) whilst the Sony RX10 has proportions of 129mm x 88mm x 102mm (5.1" x 3.5" x 4.0") with a weight of 813 grams (1.79 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have chosen during that time. Following is the front view physical size comparison of the ZS200 against the RX10.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the ZS200 and RX10 is 86 and 58 respectively.

Normally, it is tough to envision the gap between sensor measurements merely by checking specifications. The photograph below might give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the ZS200 and RX10.

To sum up, each of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the same resolution and you should expect similar quality of pictures although you have to take the release date of the products into consideration. The fresher ZS200 is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.