Panasonic FZ200 vs Panasonic ZS50

On this page, we will be reviewing the Panasonic FZ200 and Panasonic ZS50, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras and both are offered by Panasonic. The image resolution of the FZ200 (12MP) and the ZS50 (12MP) is pretty well matched and both cameras provide the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The FZ200 was brought out 3 years earlier than the ZS50 and that is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras have different body design with the Panasonic FZ200 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic ZS50 being a Compact camera.

Before we go right into a thorough comparison, here is a short introduction of how the FZ200 matches up against the ZS50 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ200 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS50. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic FZ200 Gallery & Panasonic ZS50 Gallery.

In case you're planning to lug around your camera regularly, you will need to factor its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FZ200 provides physical dimensions of 125mm x 87mm x 110mm (4.9" x 3.4" x 4.3") having a weight of 588 grams (1.30 lbs) while the Panasonic ZS50 has measurements of 111mm x 65mm x 34mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.3") having a weight of 243 grams (0.54 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Below is a front view scale comparison of the FZ200 versus the ZS50.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the FZ200 and ZS50 is 65 and 90 respectively.

Often, it is tough to picture the gap between sensor measurements simply by looking at specifications. The graphic underneath might provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the FZ200 and ZS50.

Plainly, both of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the exact same megapixels so you can expect similar quality of photographs however you have to factor the launch date of the products into consideration. The older FZ200 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.