Panasonic ZS200 vs Sony TX200V

Here is a extensive analysis of the Panasonic ZS200 versus Sony TX200V, one being a Large Sensor Compact and the latter is a Ultracompact by manufacturers Panasonic and Sony. The resolution of the ZS200 (20MP) and the TX200V (18MP) is relatively similar but the ZS200 (1") and TX200V (1/2.3") possess different sensor dimensions.

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The ZS200 was brought out 6 years later than the TX200V and that is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic ZS200 being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Sony TX200V being a Ultracompact camera.

Before we go through a in depth comparison, below is a brief overview of how the ZS200 scores vs the TX200V for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DC-ZS200 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX200V. The entire galleries are provided at Panasonic ZS200 Gallery and Sony TX200V Gallery.

If you're going to carry your camera regularly, you need to think about its weight and size. The Panasonic ZS200 comes with 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 TX200V has specifications of 96mm x 58mm x 16mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.6") and a weight of 129 grams (0.28 lbs).

Examine the Panasonic ZS200 versus Sony TX200V in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are employing at the time. Underneath is the front view size comparison of the ZS200 and the TX200V.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the ZS200 and TX200V is 86 and 96 respectively.

In many cases, it is very difficult to imagine the gap between sensor sizing purely by going over specifications. The photograph here will help give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the ZS200 and TX200V.

To sum up, both of the cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The ZS200 due to its bigger sensor is going to make achieving shallower depth of field less difficult and the Panasonic ZS200 will offer greater detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop shots far more aggressively. The younger ZS200 should have a benefit in sensor technology.