Panasonic FZ200 vs Sony WX500

Here, we are matching up the Panasonic FZ200 and Sony WX500, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals Panasonic and Sony. There is a crucial difference between the image resolutions of the FZ200 (12MP) and WX500 (18MP) but both cameras have the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The FZ200 was brought out 3 years prior to the WX500 which is quite a serious gap as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic FZ200 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony WX500 being a Compact camera.

Before going into a in depth comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the FZ200 grades vs the WX500 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ200 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX500. The entire galleries are available at Panasonic FZ200 Gallery and Sony WX500 Gallery.

When you are aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you should think about its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic FZ200 features exterior dimensions of 125mm x 87mm x 110mm (4.9" x 3.4" x 4.3") along with a weight of 588 grams (1.30 lbs) while the Sony WX500 has dimensions of 102mm x 58mm x 36mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.4") accompanied by a weight of 236 grams (0.52 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic FZ200 and Sony WX500 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you select at that moment. Below is a front view proportions comparison of the FZ200 and the WX500.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the FZ200 and WX500 is 65 and 91 respectively.

Often, its tough to envision the contrast between sensor sizes only by reading specifications. The picture underneath will help offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the FZ200 and WX500.

Plainly, the 2 cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same resolution. You should expect to see the Sony WX500 to offer greater detail having its extra 6MP. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop images way more aggressively. The more aged FZ200 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.