Panasonic FZ60 vs Sony H200
Portability
68 Imaging
39 Features
48 Overall
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68 Imaging
39 Features
48 Overall
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Portability
67 Imaging
44 Features
31 Overall
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67 Imaging
44 Features
31 Overall
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Panasonic FZ60 vs Sony H200 Key Specs
Panasonic FZ60
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(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200 (Raise to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-600mm (F2.8-5.2) lens
- 493g - 120 x 81 x 92mm
- Launched July 2012
- Also referred to as Lumix DMC-FZ62
Sony H200
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(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-633mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
- 530g - 123 x 83 x 87mm
- Released January 2013
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Below is a in depth assessment of the Panasonic FZ60 and Sony H200, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals Panasonic and Sony. The resolution of the FZ60 (16MP) and the H200 (20MP) is very similar and both cameras have the same sensor size (1/2.3").
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Before going right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a concise view of how the FZ60 grades vs the H200 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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Reasons to pick Panasonic FZ60 over the Sony H200
| FZ60 | H200 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manual focus |  | More exact focusing |
Reasons to pick Sony H200 over the Panasonic FZ60
| H200 | FZ60 |
|---|
Common features in the Panasonic FZ60 and Sony H200
| FZ60 | H200 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Released | July 2012 |  | January 2013 | Similar age |
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Display dimensions | 3" |  | 3" | Equal display size |
| Display resolution | 460k |  | 460k | Equal display resolution |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither offers selfie screen | ||
| Touch friendly display |  | Missing Touch friendly display |
Panasonic FZ60 vs Sony H200 Physical Comparison
If you're going to lug around your camera regularly, you're going to have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic FZ60 offers exterior measurements of 120mm x 81mm x 92mm (4.7" x 3.2" x 3.6") accompanied by a weight of 493 grams (1.09 lbs) and the Sony H200 has dimensions of 123mm x 83mm x 87mm (4.8" x 3.3" x 3.4") with a weight of 530 grams (1.17 lbs).
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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Here is a front view physical size comparison of the FZ60 against the H200.
Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the FZ60 and H200 is 68 and 67 respectively.
Panasonic FZ60 vs Sony H200 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is hard to see the difference between sensor measurements just by reviewing specs. The graphic underneath should provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the FZ60 and H200.
As you can plainly see, both of those cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same megapixels. You can expect to see the Sony H200 to offer greater detail due to its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop photos more aggressively.
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Portrait Comparison
Panasonic FZ60 Portrait photography factors
Sony H200 Portrait photography factors
focusing manually
megapixel count decent (16MP)
offers face detect focus
cannot use external flash
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
sensor resolution is decent (20 megapixels)
has face detection focus
focusing manually not possible
no manual mode
external flash not possible
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
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Panasonic FZ60 as a Street photography camera
Sony H200 as a Street photography camera
built in image stabilization (Optical)
fixed screen
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
more heavy than competition in class (493g)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
no moving screen
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
more heavy than competition in class (530 grams)
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Sports photography with Panasonic FZ60
Sports photography with Sony H200
amazing zoom range (25-600mm 24.0 x zoom)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
megapixel count decent (16MP)
offers tracking focus
better than average battery power (450 per charge)
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect auto focus
excellent zoom range (24-633mm 26.4 x zoom)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
sensor resolution is decent (20 megapixels)
has tracking autofocus
no shutter priority mode
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
bad battery (240 per charge)
does not have phase detect auto focus
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Panasonic FZ60 Travel photography details
Sony H200 Travel photography details
better than average battery power (450 per charge)
megapixel count decent (16MP)
built-in flash
really wide (25mm)
long zoom (600mm)
no Timelapse recording
more heavy than competition in class (493 grams)
doesn't contain selfie friendly screen
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.8)
sensor resolution is decent (20MP)
built-in flash
rather wide (24mm)
very long zoom (633mm)
missing Timelapse mode
bad battery (240 CIPA)
more heavy than competition in class (530 grams)
screen isn't selfie friendly
slow max aperture (f3.1)
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Panasonic FZ60 as a Landscape photography camera
Sony H200 as a Landscape photography camera
focusing manually
really wide (25mm)
screen size is good (3 inch)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
megapixel count decent (16MP)
better than average battery power (450 shots)
cannot swap lenses (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.8)
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
no Timelapse recording
rather wide (24mm)
screen size is decent (3 inch)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
sensor resolution is decent (20 megapixels)
focusing manually not possible
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
slow max aperture (f3.1)
no manual mode
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
bad battery (240 per charge)
missing Timelapse mode
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Panasonic FZ60 Vlogging details
Sony H200 Vlogging details
really wide (25mm)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
offers face detect focus
video res high (1920 x 1080 resolution)
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.8)
doesn't contain selfie friendly screen
no microphone port
more heavy than competition in class (493 grams)
rather wide (24mm)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
has face detection focus
slow max aperture (f3.1)
screen isn't selfie friendly
video res low (1280 x 720 pxls)
missing external microphone jack
more heavy than competition in class (530g)
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Panasonic FZ60 vs Sony H200 Specifications
| Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ60 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H200 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand Name | Panasonic | Sony |
| Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ60 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H200 |
| Also called as | Lumix DMC-FZ62 | - |
| Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
| Launched | 2012-07-18 | 2013-01-08 |
| Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | SLR-like (bridge) |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
| Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 16MP | 20MP |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
| Full resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 5184 x 2920 |
| Max native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
| Max boosted ISO | 6400 | - |
| Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
| RAW format | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focus | ||
| Touch to focus | ||
| Autofocus continuous | ||
| Autofocus single | ||
| Autofocus tracking | ||
| Autofocus selectice | ||
| Autofocus center weighted | ||
| Multi area autofocus | ||
| Live view autofocus | ||
| Face detection autofocus | ||
| Contract detection autofocus | ||
| Phase detection autofocus | ||
| Number of focus points | 23 | - |
| Cross focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 25-600mm (24.0x) | 24-633mm (26.4x) |
| Maximum aperture | f/2.8-5.2 | f/3.1-5.9 |
| Macro focus range | 1cm | 20cm |
| Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen size | 3" | 3" |
| Resolution of screen | 460k dot | 460k dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch screen | ||
| Screen tech | TFT Screen LCD Display | ClearPhoto LCD display |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
| Viewfinder resolution | 202k dot | - |
| Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | - |
| Features | ||
| Slowest shutter speed | 4 secs | 30 secs |
| Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1500 secs |
| Continuous shooting speed | 10.0fps | 8.0fps |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual exposure | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
| Set white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated flash | ||
| Flash range | 13.50 m | 6.80 m |
| Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync, Advanced Flash |
| External flash | ||
| Auto exposure bracketing | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment metering | ||
| Average metering | ||
| Spot metering | ||
| Partial metering | ||
| AF area metering | ||
| Center weighted metering | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60, 50, 30, 25 fps), 1280 x 720p (60, 50, 30, 25 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 25 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
| Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
| Video file format | MPEG-4, AVCHD | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
| Microphone input | ||
| Headphone input | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | None |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environment seal | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 493 grams (1.09 pounds) | 530 grams (1.17 pounds) |
| Physical dimensions | 120 x 81 x 92mm (4.7" x 3.2" x 3.6") | 123 x 83 x 87mm (4.8" x 3.3" x 3.4") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | 450 shots | 240 shots |
| Battery format | Battery Pack | AA |
| Battery model | - | 4 x AA |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
| Time lapse feature | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
| Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
| Launch pricing | $350 | $250 |