Panasonic ZS200 vs Sony W380
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Panasonic ZS200 vs Sony W380 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 12800 (Bump to 25600)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- 24-360mm (F3.3-6.4) lens
- 340g - 111 x 66 x 45mm
- Launched February 2018
- Other Name is Lumix DC-TZ200
- Old Model is Panasonic ZS100
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-120mm (F2.4-5.9) lens
- 117g - 91 x 52 x 20mm
- Introduced January 2010

Panasonic ZS200 vs Sony W380 Overview
Let's look much closer at the Panasonic ZS200 vs Sony W380, former is a Large Sensor Compact while the other is a Ultracompact by brands Panasonic and Sony. There exists a large gap among the sensor resolutions of the ZS200 (20MP) and W380 (14MP) and the ZS200 (1") and W380 (1/2.3") offer different sensor dimensions.

The ZS200 was brought out 8 years after the W380 which is a fairly serious difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras have different body design with the Panasonic ZS200 being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Sony W380 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before we go straight to a complete comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the ZS200 grades vs the W380 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Panasonic ZS200 vs Sony W380 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DC-ZS200 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W380. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic ZS200 Gallery & Sony W380 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS200 over the Sony W380
ZS200 | W380 | |||
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Introduced | February 2018 | ![]() | January 2010 | More modern by 99 months |
Focus manually | ![]() | More accurate focusing | ||
Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 1240k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper display (+1010k dot) |
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony W380 over the Panasonic ZS200
W380 | ZS200 |
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Common features in the Panasonic ZS200 and Sony W380
ZS200 | W380 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither includes selfie screen |
Panasonic ZS200 vs Sony W380 Physical Comparison
If you are going to carry around your camera, you should take into account its weight and size. The Panasonic ZS200 features physical measurements 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 W380 has specifications of 91mm x 52mm x 20mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.8") with a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs).
Examine the Panasonic ZS200 vs Sony W380 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you choose at that time. Below is a front view dimensions comparison of the ZS200 compared to the W380.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the ZS200 and W380 is 86 and 96 respectively.

Panasonic ZS200 vs Sony W380 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it can be tough to imagine the contrast in sensor sizes purely by seeing specifications. The pic below might offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the ZS200 and W380.
To sum up, both of these cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The ZS200 featuring a larger sensor is going to make achieving shallower depth of field simpler and the Panasonic ZS200 will show more detail having its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop images more aggressively. The newer ZS200 provides a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.

Panasonic ZS200 vs Sony W380 Screen and ViewFinder


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Panasonic ZS200 vs Sony W380 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DC-ZS200 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W380 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Panasonic | Sony |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DC-ZS200 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W380 |
Otherwise known as | Lumix DC-TZ200 | - |
Category | Large Sensor Compact | Ultracompact |
Launched | 2018-02-13 | 2010-01-07 |
Physical type | Large Sensor Compact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Venus Engine | Bionz |
Sensor type | MOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 13.2 x 8.8mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 116.2mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 5472 x 3648 | 4320 x 3240 |
Max native ISO | 12800 | 3200 |
Max boosted ISO | 25600 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 125 | 80 |
RAW support | ||
Minimum boosted ISO | 80 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 49 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-360mm (15.0x) | 24-120mm (5.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.3-6.4 | f/2.4-5.9 |
Macro focus distance | 5cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 2.7 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
Resolution of screen | 1,240k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,330k dots | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.53x | - |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 60s | 2s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1600s |
Highest silent shutter speed | 1/16000s | - |
Continuous shooting rate | 10.0 frames per sec | 2.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 6.80 m (at Auto ISO) | 4.80 m |
Flash settings | Auto, Auto/Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Forced On/Red-eye Reduction, Slow Sync., Slow Sync./Red-eye Reduction, Forced Off | Auto, On, Off, Slow syncro |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | - | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, AVCHD, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | Yes | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 340 grams (0.75 pounds) | 117 grams (0.26 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 111 x 66 x 45mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.8") | 91 x 52 x 20mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 370 photos | - |
Battery type | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | - | NP-BN1 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs, 3 shots @ 10 sec) | Yes (2 sec or 10 sec, portrait1/portrait2) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC card (UHS-I compatible) | SD/SDHC, Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo / Pro HG-Duo, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Price at launch | $800 | $44 |