Panasonic ZS1 vs Pentax K200D
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Panasonic ZS1 vs Pentax K200D Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.5" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 25-300mm (F3.3-4.9) lens
- 229g - 103 x 60 x 33mm
- Launched May 2009
- Additionally referred to as Lumix DMC-TZ6
(Full Review)
- 10MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- No Video
- Pentax KAF2 Mount
- 690g - 134 x 95 x 74mm
- Launched September 2008
- Succeeded the Pentax K100D S
Panasonic ZS1 vs Pentax K200D Overview
Following is a extended comparison of the Panasonic ZS1 vs Pentax K200D, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by competitors Panasonic and Pentax. The resolution of the ZS1 (10MP) and the K200D (10MP) is pretty similar but the ZS1 (1/2.5") and K200D (APS-C) boast totally different sensor size.
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe ZS1 was brought out 9 months after the K200D and they are of a similar age. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic ZS1 being a Compact camera and the Pentax K200D being a Compact SLR camera.
Before going right into a detailed comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the ZS1 matches up against the K200D for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Panasonic ZS1 vs Pentax K200D Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS1 & Pentax K200D. The entire galleries are provided at Panasonic ZS1 Gallery & Pentax K200D Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS1 over the Pentax K200D
ZS1 | K200D | |||
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Launched | May 2009 | September 2008 | More modern by 9 months |
Reasons to pick Pentax K200D over the Panasonic ZS1
K200D | ZS1 | |||
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Manual focus | More accurate focusing |
Common features in the Panasonic ZS1 and Pentax K200D
ZS1 | K200D | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen size | 2.7" | 2.7" | Same screen size | |
Screen resolution | 230k | 230k | Identical screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | Missing selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Missing Touch friendly screen |
Panasonic ZS1 vs Pentax K200D Physical Comparison
For those who are aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you are going to need to consider its weight and proportions. The Panasonic ZS1 provides physical dimensions of 103mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") with a weight of 229 grams (0.50 lbs) and the Pentax K200D has measurements of 134mm x 95mm x 74mm (5.3" x 3.7" x 2.9") accompanied by a weight of 690 grams (1.52 lbs).
Take a look at the Panasonic ZS1 vs Pentax K200D in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you choose at that moment. Here is a front view measurements comparison of the ZS1 and the K200D.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the ZS1 and K200D is 91 and 61 respectively.
Panasonic ZS1 vs Pentax K200D Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is difficult to visualise the gap between sensor sizes simply by reviewing a spec sheet. The picture underneath will help give you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the ZS1 and K200D.
As you can see, both cameras feature the identical resolution albeit not the same sensor sizes. The ZS1 uses the tinier sensor which will make obtaining shallower depth of field harder. The newer ZS1 will have a benefit with regard to sensor technology.
Panasonic ZS1 vs Pentax K200D Screen and ViewFinder
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Panasonic ZS1 vs Pentax K200D Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS1 | Pentax K200D | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Panasonic | Pentax |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS1 | Pentax K200D |
Also referred to as | Lumix DMC-TZ6 | - |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Entry-Level DSLR |
Launched | 2009-05-14 | 2008-09-01 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.5" | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 5.744 x 4.308mm | 23.5 x 15.7mm |
Sensor area | 24.7mm² | 369.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10MP | 10MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 | - |
Peak resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 3872 x 2592 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 1600 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | 11 | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | Pentax KAF2 |
Lens focal range | 25-300mm (12.0x) | - |
Maximal aperture | f/3.3-4.9 | - |
Macro focus range | 3cm | - |
Amount of lenses | - | 151 |
Focal length multiplier | 6.3 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.7" | 2.7" |
Screen resolution | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Optical (pentamirror) |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 96 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.57x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 60 seconds | 30 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 3.0fps | 3.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 5.30 m (Auto ISO) | 13.00 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync | Auto, Red-Eye, Slow, Red-Eye Slow, Rear curtain |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Fastest flash synchronize | - | 1/180 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | - |
Highest video resolution | 640x480 | None |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | - |
Mic 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 | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 229 gr (0.50 pounds) | 690 gr (1.52 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 103 x 60 x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") | 134 x 95 x 74mm (5.3" x 3.7" x 2.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | 64 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 22.4 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 11.4 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 561 |
Other | ||
Battery model | - | 4 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal | SD/MMC/SDHC card |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch pricing | $0 | $600 |