Panasonic ZS200 vs Sony RX100 IV

Below, we will be looking at the Panasonic ZS200 and Sony RX100 IV, both Large Sensor Compact digital cameras by manufacturers Panasonic and Sony. The sensor resolution of the ZS200 (20MP) and the RX100 IV (20MP) is relatively well matched and they feature the exact same sensor measurements (1").

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The ZS200 was announced 2 years later than the RX100 IV and that is quite a significant difference as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Large Sensor Compact).

Before we go straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the ZS200 scores vs the RX100 IV with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DC-ZS200 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 IV. The whole galleries are provided at Panasonic ZS200 Gallery & Sony RX100 IV Gallery.

If you're planning to carry your camera, you will want to take into account its weight and proportions. The Panasonic ZS200 enjoys outer dimensions of 111mm x 66mm x 45mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.8") accompanied by a weight of 340 grams (0.75 lbs) and the Sony RX100 IV has measurements of 102mm x 58mm x 41mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.6") along with a weight of 298 grams (0.66 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have at that time. Here is the front view measurement comparison of the ZS200 and the RX100 IV.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the ZS200 and RX100 IV is 86 and 89 respectively.

Often, it's tough to picture the difference between sensor sizing simply by checking a spec sheet. The graphic underneath should provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the ZS200 and RX100 IV.

Clearly, the 2 cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the same exact MP and you can expect similar quality of images but you will want to factor the launch date of the products into consideration. The more recent ZS200 should have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.