Panasonic ZS200 vs Sony TX55

In this write-up, we will be matching up the Panasonic ZS200 versus Sony TX55, former being a Large Sensor Compact while the latter is a Ultracompact by brands Panasonic and Sony. There is a substantial difference between the image resolutions of the ZS200 (20MP) and TX55 (16MP) and the ZS200 (1") and TX55 (1/2.3") feature different sensor size.

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The ZS200 was brought out 6 years later than the TX55 and that is quite a big difference as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic ZS200 being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Sony TX55 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before getting straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the ZS200 grades vs the TX55 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DC-ZS200 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX55. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic ZS200 Gallery & Sony TX55 Gallery.

If you are intending to carry your camera, you're going to have to consider its weight and volume. The Panasonic ZS200 has 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) while the Sony TX55 has sizing of 93mm x 54mm x 13mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.5") along with a weight of 109 grams (0.24 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic ZS200 versus Sony TX55 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are working with during that time. The following is the front view measurement comparison of the ZS200 vs the TX55.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the ZS200 and TX55 is 86 and 97 respectively.

Generally, its tough to imagine the gap between sensor sizing merely by reviewing a spec sheet. The graphic underneath should provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the ZS200 and TX55.

As you can see, both cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The ZS200 due to its bigger sensor is going to make shooting shallower DOF simpler and the Panasonic ZS200 will deliver greater detail having its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop pictures far more aggressively. The more recent ZS200 should have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.