Panasonic FZ200 vs Panasonic ZR1

The following is a detailed review of the Panasonic FZ200 vs Panasonic ZR1, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact and they are both produced by Panasonic. The resolution of the FZ200 (12MP) and the ZR1 (12MP) is relatively comparable and they possess the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

Photography Glossary

The FZ200 was revealed 3 years after the ZR1 which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic FZ200 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic ZR1 being a Compact camera.

Before getting straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a brief introduction of how the FZ200 matches up versus the ZR1 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ200 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR1. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic FZ200 Gallery and Panasonic ZR1 Gallery.

For those who are going to travel with your camera regularly, you have to think about its weight and size. The Panasonic FZ200 features outside dimensions of 125mm x 87mm x 110mm (4.9" x 3.4" x 4.3") with a weight of 588 grams (1.30 lbs) and the Panasonic ZR1 has specifications of 98mm x 55mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") and a weight of 158 grams (0.35 lbs).

Examine the Panasonic FZ200 vs Panasonic ZR1 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are working with at the time. Following is the front view overall size comparison of the FZ200 against the ZR1.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the FZ200 and ZR1 is 65 and 94 respectively.

Quite often, it is very tough to visualize the difference in sensor dimensions just by going through specs. The pic underneath will help give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the FZ200 and ZR1.

As you can plainly see, the two cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the same resolution so you should expect comparable quality of images although you have to take the release date of the cameras into account. The fresher FZ200 provides a benefit with regard to sensor tech.