Panasonic ZS200 vs Sony T99

Here, we will be evaluating the Panasonic ZS200 and Sony T99, former being a Large Sensor Compact while the latter is a Ultracompact by brands Panasonic and Sony. There is a sizable difference between the resolutions of the ZS200 (20MP) and T99 (14MP) and the ZS200 (1") and T99 (1/2.3") offer different sensor measurements.

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The ZS200 was revealed 7 years later than the T99 and that is quite a significant difference as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic ZS200 being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Sony T99 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before we go straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the ZS200 matches up against the T99 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DC-ZS200 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T99. The full galleries are provided at Panasonic ZS200 Gallery & Sony T99 Gallery.

If you are looking to carry your camera frequently, you'll have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Panasonic ZS200 offers outside 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) while the Sony T99 has measurements of 93mm x 56mm x 17mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") with a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs).

Contrast the Panasonic ZS200 and Sony T99 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have chosen at that time. Here is a front view measurement comparison of the ZS200 vs the T99.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the ZS200 and T99 is 86 and 96 respectively.

Usually, it can be tough to imagine the difference between sensor sizing only by checking a spec sheet. The graphic below might offer you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the ZS200 and T99.

As you can see, each of these cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The ZS200 using its bigger sensor is going to make getting bokeh less difficult and the Panasonic ZS200 will give you greater detail because of its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop pictures way more aggressively. The younger ZS200 should have a benefit in sensor tech.