Panasonic FZ200 vs Sony H300

The following is a complete review of the Panasonic FZ200 and Sony H300, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by rivals Panasonic and Sony. There is a considerable difference among the image resolutions of the FZ200 (12MP) and H300 (20MP) but both cameras provide the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The FZ200 was manufactured 19 months before the H300 which makes them a generation away from each other. The two cameras have the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before going into a full comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the FZ200 scores vs the H300 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ200 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H300. The entire galleries are available at Panasonic FZ200 Gallery & Sony H300 Gallery.

For those who are going to travel with your camera often, you're going to have to think about its weight and size. The Panasonic FZ200 comes with 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 Sony H300 has specifications of 130mm x 95mm x 122mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 4.8") and a weight of 590 grams (1.30 lbs).

Compare the Panasonic FZ200 and Sony H300 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have chosen during that time. The following is a front view size comparison of the FZ200 versus the H300.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the FZ200 and H300 is 65 and 63 respectively.

Generally, its difficult to picture the contrast in sensor dimensions merely by seeing specs. The image underneath might give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the FZ200 and H300.

All in all, each of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different MP. You can expect the Sony H300 to produce extra detail due to its extra 8 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop photographs a bit more aggressively. The more aged FZ200 will be disadvantaged in sensor technology.