Panasonic ZS200 vs Sony RX100 V

Following is a in-depth overview of the Panasonic ZS200 vs Sony RX100 V, both Large Sensor Compact digital cameras by competitors Panasonic and Sony. The resolution of the ZS200 (20MP) and the RX100 V (20MP) is fairly similar and they possess the exact same sensor sizing (1").

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The ZS200 was unveiled 17 months after the RX100 V making the cameras a generation away from each other. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Large Sensor Compact).

Before getting straight into a complete comparison, below is a quick highlight of how the ZS200 grades versus the RX100 V in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DC-ZS200 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 V. The full galleries are provided at Panasonic ZS200 Gallery and Sony RX100 V Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you will want to factor its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic ZS200 features external measurements of 111mm x 66mm x 45mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.8") along with a weight of 340 grams (0.75 lbs) and the Sony RX100 V has dimensions of 102mm x 58mm x 41mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.6") along with a weight of 299 grams (0.66 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have during that time. The following is the front view proportions comparison of the ZS200 and the RX100 V.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the ZS200 and RX100 V is 86 and 89 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very difficult to see the gap between sensor sizes just by reading technical specs. The pic here will help offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the ZS200 and RX100 V.

As you can tell, both of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the exact same resolution therefore you should expect similar quality of files although you will want to factor the release date of the products into consideration. The fresher ZS200 is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.