Panasonic FZ200 vs Sony RX10 IV

Below, we are analyzing the Panasonic FZ200 vs Sony RX10 IV, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Large Sensor Superzoom by companies Panasonic and Sony. There exists a noticeable gap among the sensor resolutions of the FZ200 (12MP) and RX10 IV (20MP) and the FZ200 (1/2.3") and RX10 IV (1") feature totally different sensor dimensions.

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The FZ200 was brought out 6 years earlier than the RX10 IV which is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before delving in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the FZ200 scores versus the RX10 IV in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ200 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX10 IV. The entire galleries are provided at Panasonic FZ200 Gallery & Sony RX10 IV Gallery.

For those who are going to travel with your camera regularly, you will have to factor its weight and size. The Panasonic FZ200 enjoys exterior measurements of 125mm x 87mm x 110mm (4.9" x 3.4" x 4.3") and a weight of 588 grams (1.30 lbs) and the Sony RX10 IV has specifications of 133mm x 94mm x 145mm (5.2" x 3.7" x 5.7") and a weight of 1095 grams (2.41 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you use during that time. Here is the front view measurement comparison of the FZ200 versus the RX10 IV.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the FZ200 and RX10 IV is 65 and 52 respectively.

More often than not, it can be difficult to envision the gap in sensor dimensions merely by researching specifications. The picture below should offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the FZ200 and RX10 IV.

Plainly, each of these cameras posses different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The FZ200 due to its smaller sensor will make getting shallow DOF more difficult and the Sony RX10 IV will provide you with extra detail having its extra 8 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop images somewhat more aggressively. The more aged FZ200 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.