Panasonic SZ1 vs Sony H200
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Panasonic SZ1 vs Sony H200 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-250mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
- 131g - 99 x 59 x 21mm
- Announced January 2012
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- 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

Panasonic SZ1 vs Sony H200 Overview
The following is a extended analysis of the Panasonic SZ1 versus Sony H200, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Panasonic and Sony. The sensor resolution of the SZ1 (16MP) and the H200 (20MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras provide the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The SZ1 was announced 12 months earlier than the H200 which means that they are of a similar generation. Both cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic SZ1 being a Compact camera and the Sony H200 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.
Before delving straight to a in depth comparison, here is a concise overview of how the SZ1 grades vs the H200 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Panasonic SZ1 vs Sony H200 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ1 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H200. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic SZ1 Gallery and Sony H200 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic SZ1 over the Sony H200
SZ1 | H200 |
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Reasons to pick Sony H200 over the Panasonic SZ1
H200 | SZ1 | |||
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Released | January 2013 | ![]() | January 2012 | Newer by 12 months |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer screen (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Panasonic SZ1 and Sony H200
SZ1 | H200 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same screen sizing |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | No Touch screen |
Panasonic SZ1 vs Sony H200 Physical Comparison
In case you're going to travel with your camera often, you're going to have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic SZ1 comes with exterior measurements of 99mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") along with a weight of 131 grams (0.29 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).
Look at the Panasonic SZ1 versus Sony H200 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are utilising at the time. Below is a front view proportions comparison of the SZ1 against the H200.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the SZ1 and H200 is 95 and 67 respectively.

Panasonic SZ1 vs Sony H200 Sensor Comparison
Often, it is very tough to envision the contrast in sensor dimensions simply by checking out technical specs. The picture here may offer you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the SZ1 and H200.
As you can tell, each of the cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same megapixels. You should count on the Sony H200 to provide more detail with its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The more aged SZ1 will be behind with regard to sensor technology.

Panasonic SZ1 vs Sony H200 Screen and ViewFinder


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Panasonic SZ1 vs Sony H200 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ1 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H200 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Panasonic | Sony |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ1 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H200 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Announced | 2012-01-09 | 2013-01-08 |
Physical type | Compact | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | 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 | 16 megapixel | 20 megapixel |
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 | 6400 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | 23 | - |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-250mm (10.0x) | 24-633mm (26.4x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.1-5.9 | f/3.1-5.9 |
Macro focus distance | 4cm | 20cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of screen | 230k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen tech | TFT Color LCD | ClearPhoto LCD display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 8 seconds | 30 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1600 seconds | 1/1500 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 1.0 frames/s | 8.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 5.60 m | 6.80 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync, Advanced Flash |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | MPEG-4 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
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 sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 131g (0.29 lb) | 530g (1.17 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 99 x 59 x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") | 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 | 250 pictures | 240 pictures |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | AA |
Battery model | - | 4 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Cost at launch | $179 | $250 |