Panasonic ZS200 vs Sony S2100

Here is a detailed comparison of the Panasonic ZS200 versus Sony S2100, former being a Large Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Panasonic and Sony. There is a considerable difference between the sensor resolutions of the ZS200 (20MP) and S2100 (12MP) and the ZS200 (1") and S2100 (1/2.3") posses different sensor size.

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The ZS200 was unveiled 8 years later than the S2100 and that is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras have different body design with the Panasonic ZS200 being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Sony S2100 being a Compact camera.

Before going right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief overview of how the ZS200 scores against the S2100 with respect 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-S2100. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic ZS200 Gallery & Sony S2100 Gallery.

If you are planning to carry your camera often, you'll need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Panasonic ZS200 has got outside dimensions of 111mm x 66mm x 45mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.8") having a weight of 340 grams (0.75 lbs) while the Sony S2100 has measurements of 98mm x 61mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") with a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).

Contrast the Panasonic ZS200 versus Sony S2100 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are working with at that time. Following is a front view size comparison of the ZS200 versus the S2100.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the ZS200 and S2100 is 86 and 93 respectively.

In many cases, its difficult to visualize the difference between sensor sizing purely by checking specs. The photograph below will give you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the ZS200 and S2100.

All in all, both of the cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The ZS200 with its bigger sensor is going to make getting bokeh less difficult and the Panasonic ZS200 will give you greater detail having an extra 8MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop shots more aggressively. The fresher ZS200 provides an advantage in sensor tech.