Panasonic FZ200 vs Panasonic ZS1

Here, we will be reviewing the Panasonic FZ200 vs Panasonic ZS1, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras and both are offered by Panasonic. The image resolution of the FZ200 (12MP) and the ZS1 (10MP) is relatively similar but the FZ200 (1/2.3") and ZS1 (1/2.5") posses totally different sensor sizes.

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The FZ200 was introduced 3 years after the ZS1 which is quite a large difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic FZ200 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic ZS1 being a Compact camera.

Before diving straight to a complete comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the FZ200 matches up versus the ZS1 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ200 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS1. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic FZ200 Gallery & Panasonic ZS1 Gallery.

In case you're looking to travel with your camera, you'll need to think about its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FZ200 comes with external measurements of 125mm x 87mm x 110mm (4.9" x 3.4" x 4.3") accompanied by a weight of 588 grams (1.30 lbs) while the Panasonic ZS1 has proportions of 103mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 229 grams (0.50 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you select at the time. Here is a front view sizing comparison of the FZ200 versus the ZS1.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the FZ200 and ZS1 is 65 and 91 respectively.

Typically, it is tough to envision the difference between sensor dimensions purely by reading a spec sheet. The image here should give you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the FZ200 and ZS1.

As you can see, both of the cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The FZ200 having a bigger sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field less difficult and the Panasonic FZ200 will offer greater detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will let you crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The fresher FZ200 will have a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.