Panasonic ZS1 vs Sony S2000
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Panasonic ZS1 vs Sony S2000 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
- Also Known as Lumix DMC-TZ6
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- 640 x 480 video
- 33-105mm (F3.1-5.6) lens
- 167g - 98 x 61 x 27mm
- Revealed January 2010
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Below is a in depth comparison of the Panasonic ZS1 and Sony S2000, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Panasonic and Sony. The sensor resolution of the ZS1 (10MP) and the S2000 (10MP) is relatively comparable but the ZS1 (1/2.5") and S2000 (1/2.3") use totally different sensor dimensions.
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Before getting through a step-by-step comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the ZS1 grades against the S2000 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS1 over the Sony S2000
| ZS1 | S2000 |
|---|
Reasons to pick Sony S2000 over the Panasonic ZS1
| S2000 | ZS1 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Revealed | January 2010 | May 2009 | More recent by 7 months | |
| Screen sizing | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Common features in the Panasonic ZS1 and Sony S2000
| ZS1 | S2000 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manually focus | Lack of manual focusing | |||
| Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
| Screen resolution | 230k | 230k | The same screen resolution | |
| Selfie screen | Absent selfie screen | |||
| Touch screen | Absent Touch screen |
Panasonic ZS1 vs Sony S2000 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is looking to lug around your camera often, you'll have to factor its weight and volume. The Panasonic ZS1 features outer measurements of 103mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") and a weight of 229 grams (0.50 lbs) whilst the Sony S2000 has sizing of 98mm x 61mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") and a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).
Look at the Panasonic ZS1 and Sony S2000 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are working with during that time. Below is the front view over all size comparison of the ZS1 versus the S2000.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the ZS1 and S2000 is 91 and 93 respectively.
Panasonic ZS1 vs Sony S2000 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is very hard to see the gap in sensor measurements just by going through specifications. The visual below may offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the ZS1 and S2000.
Plainly, each of the cameras offer the same exact megapixel count albeit not the same sensor measurements. The ZS1 contains the smaller sensor which should make obtaining bokeh tougher. The older ZS1 will be behind when it comes to sensor tech.
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Panasonic ZS1 vs Sony S2000 Specifications
| Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS1 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S2000 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand Name | Panasonic | Sony |
| Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS1 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S2000 |
| Also Known as | Lumix DMC-TZ6 | - |
| Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
| Launched | 2009-05-14 | 2010-01-07 |
| Body design | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor Chip | - | Bionz |
| Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
| Sensor size | 1/2.5" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor dimensions | 5.744 x 4.308mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
| Sensor area | 24.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 10 megapixels | 10 megapixels |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
| Peak resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 3456 x 2592 |
| Highest native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
| Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
| RAW format | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focusing | ||
| Touch focus | ||
| Autofocus continuous | ||
| Autofocus single | ||
| Tracking autofocus | ||
| Selective autofocus | ||
| Center weighted autofocus | ||
| Multi area autofocus | ||
| Autofocus live view | ||
| Face detection focus | ||
| Contract detection focus | ||
| Phase detection focus | ||
| Total focus points | 11 | 9 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 25-300mm (12.0x) | 33-105mm (3.2x) |
| Max aperture | f/3.3-4.9 | f/3.1-5.6 |
| Macro focusing distance | 3cm | 5cm |
| Crop factor | 6.3 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen size | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
| Resolution of screen | 230k dot | 230k dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch display | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Minimum shutter speed | 60s | 1s |
| Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1200s |
| Continuous shutter speed | 3.0 frames/s | 1.0 frames/s |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Expose Manually | ||
| Set white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Inbuilt flash | ||
| Flash distance | 5.30 m (Auto ISO) | 3.30 m |
| Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Slow syncro |
| External flash | ||
| AEB | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment | ||
| Average | ||
| Spot | ||
| Partial | ||
| AF area | ||
| Center weighted | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
| Highest video resolution | 640x480 | 640x480 |
| Video data format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
| Mic jack | ||
| Headphone jack | ||
| 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 proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 229 grams (0.50 lb) | 167 grams (0.37 lb) |
| Dimensions | 103 x 60 x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") | 98 x 61 x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
| Other | ||
| Battery ID | - | 2 x AA |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
| Time lapse shooting | ||
| Storage media | SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal | Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo, optional SD, Internal |
| Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
| Launch price | $0 | $225 |