Panasonic FZ200 vs Panasonic ZS20

The following is a thorough analysis of the Panasonic FZ200 versus Panasonic ZS20, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras and they are both offered by Panasonic. The resolution of the FZ200 (12MP) and the ZS20 (14MP) is pretty comparable and they possess the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The FZ200 was announced 3 months after the ZS20 so they are of a similar age. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic FZ200 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic ZS20 being a Compact camera.

Before delving through a detailed comparison, below is a brief highlight of how the FZ200 matches up against the ZS20 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ200 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS20. The whole galleries are viewable at Panasonic FZ200 Gallery & Panasonic ZS20 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to travel with your camera, you have to factor its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FZ200 enjoys physical measurements of 125mm x 87mm x 110mm (4.9" x 3.4" x 4.3") with a weight of 588 grams (1.30 lbs) whilst the Panasonic ZS20 has measurements of 105mm x 59mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 206 grams (0.45 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic FZ200 versus Panasonic ZS20 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are utilising at that time. Underneath is the front view scale comparison of the FZ200 versus the ZS20.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the FZ200 and ZS20 is 65 and 92 respectively.

Often, it can be difficult to visualise the gap in sensor dimensions only by seeing specifications. The picture underneath may provide you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the FZ200 and ZS20.

To sum up, both of those cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same megapixels. You can expect the Panasonic ZS20 to show greater detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop photographs far more aggressively.