Panasonic ZS200 vs Sony RX100 VI
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Panasonic ZS200 vs Sony RX100 VI Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 12800 (Increase to 25600)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- 24-360mm (F3.3-6.4) lens
- 340g - 111 x 66 x 45mm
- Announced February 2018
- Alternative Name is Lumix DC-TZ200
- Older Model is Panasonic ZS100
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 125 - 12800 (Push to 25600)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- 24-200mm (F2.8-4.5) lens
- 301g - 102 x 58 x 43mm
- Introduced June 2018
- Old Model is Sony RX100 V
- Refreshed by Sony RX100 VII

Panasonic ZS200 vs Sony RX100 VI Overview
Following is a comprehensive assessment of the Panasonic ZS200 and Sony RX100 VI, both Large Sensor Compact digital cameras by rivals Panasonic and Sony. The resolution of the ZS200 (20MP) and the RX100 VI (20MP) is very well matched and they come with the same exact sensor dimensions (1").

The ZS200 was launched 3 months before the RX100 VI so they are of a similar generation. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Large Sensor Compact).
Before delving through a detailed comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the ZS200 matches up versus the RX100 VI in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Panasonic ZS200 vs Sony RX100 VI Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DC-ZS200 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 VI. The complete galleries are provided at Panasonic ZS200 Gallery and Sony RX100 VI Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS200 over the Sony RX100 VI
ZS200 | RX100 VI | |||
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Display resolution | 1240k | ![]() | 1229k | Sharper display (+11k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony RX100 VI over the Panasonic ZS200
RX100 VI | ZS200 | |||
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Display type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Easy selfies |
Common features in the Panasonic ZS200 and Sony RX100 VI
ZS200 | RX100 VI | |||
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Introduced | February 2018 | ![]() | June 2018 | Similar generation |
Manual focus | ![]() | Dial precise focusing | ||
Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent display sizing |
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Panasonic ZS200 vs Sony RX100 VI Physical Comparison
In case you're aiming to carry around your camera, you need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Panasonic ZS200 provides external dimensions 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 RX100 VI has measurements of 102mm x 58mm x 43mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.7") and a weight of 301 grams (0.66 lbs).
See the Panasonic ZS200 and Sony RX100 VI in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are using at the time. The following is the front view measurement comparison of the ZS200 and the RX100 VI.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the ZS200 and RX100 VI is 86 and 88 respectively.

Panasonic ZS200 vs Sony RX100 VI Sensor Comparison
Generally, it's hard to imagine the difference between sensor sizes simply by looking at specifications. The image here may provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the ZS200 and RX100 VI.
Plainly, both cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the exact same megapixels so you should expect similar quality of images though you need to consider the release date of the products into consideration.

Panasonic ZS200 vs Sony RX100 VI Screen and ViewFinder


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Panasonic ZS200 vs Sony RX100 VI Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DC-ZS200 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 VI | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Panasonic | Sony |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DC-ZS200 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 VI |
Also referred to as | Lumix DC-TZ200 | - |
Class | Large Sensor Compact | Large Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2018-02-13 | 2018-06-05 |
Body design | Large Sensor Compact | Large Sensor Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Venus Engine | Bionz X |
Sensor type | MOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1" | 1" |
Sensor dimensions | 13.2 x 8.8mm | 13.2 x 8.8mm |
Sensor surface area | 116.2mm² | 116.2mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20 megapixel | 20 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 5472 x 3648 | 5472 x 3648 |
Max native ISO | 12800 | 12800 |
Max enhanced ISO | 25600 | 25600 |
Lowest native ISO | 125 | 125 |
RAW support | ||
Lowest enhanced ISO | 80 | 80 |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Total focus points | 49 | 315 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-360mm (15.0x) | 24-200mm (8.3x) |
Max aperture | f/3.3-6.4 | f/2.8-4.5 |
Macro focusing distance | 5cm | 8cm |
Focal length multiplier | 2.7 | 2.7 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Display sizing | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 1,240 thousand dot | 1,229 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,330 thousand dot | 2,359 thousand dot |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | 100% |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.53x | 0.59x |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 60 secs | 30 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Max quiet shutter speed | 1/16000 secs | 1/32000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 10.0 frames/s | 24.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 6.80 m (at Auto ISO) | 5.90 m (at Auto ISO) |
Flash settings | Auto, Auto/Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Forced On/Red-eye Reduction, Slow Sync., Slow Sync./Red-eye Reduction, Forced Off | - |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Max flash sync | - | 1/2000 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | - | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 100 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM |
Max video resolution | 3840x2160 | 3840x2160 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, AVCHD, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD, XAVC S |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | Yes | NP-BX1 lithium-ion battery & USB charger |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 340 gr (0.75 lb) | 301 gr (0.66 lb) |
Dimensions | 111 x 66 x 45mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.8") | 102 x 58 x 43mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 370 images | 240 images |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | NP-BX1 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs, 3 shots @ 10 sec) | Yes |
Time lapse feature | With downloadable app | |
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC card (UHS-I compatible) | SD/ SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Retail cost | $800 | $1,198 |