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Panasonic ZS1 vs Sony S2000

Portability
91
Imaging
32
Features
25
Overall
29
Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS1 front
 
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S2000 front
Portability
93
Imaging
33
Features
17
Overall
26

Panasonic ZS1 vs Sony S2000 Key Specs

Panasonic ZS1
(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
Sony S2000
(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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Panasonic ZS1 vs Sony S2000 Overview

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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The ZS1 was revealed 7 months earlier than the S2000 which means that they are both of a similar generation. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

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 
RevealedJanuary 2010May 2009More recent by 7 months
Screen sizing3"2.7"Bigger screen (+0.3")

Common features in the Panasonic ZS1 and Sony S2000

 ZS1 S2000 
Manually focus Lack of manual focusing
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen resolution230k230kThe 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. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

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.

Panasonic ZS1 vs Sony S2000 size comparison

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the ZS1 and S2000 is 91 and 93 respectively.

Panasonic ZS1 vs Sony S2000 top view buttons comparison

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.

Panasonic ZS1 vs Sony S2000 sensor size comparison

Panasonic ZS1 vs Sony S2000 Screen and ViewFinder

Panasonic ZS1 vs Sony S2000 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Panasonic ZS1 Portrait photography factors
Sony S2000 Portrait photography factors
24
supports face detect focusing
manual focus not available
no manual exposure
no external flash support
low resolution sensor (10 megapixels)
sensor is very small (1/2.5")
no RAW support
19
manual focus not available
manual exposure not available
no external flash support
sensor resolution not great (10MP)
small sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW support
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Street Comparison

Panasonic ZS1 Street photography highlights
Sony S2000 Street photography highlights
60
has image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than competition in class (229g)
screen does not articulate
sensor is very small (1/2.5")
no RAW support
46
screen does not articulate
no image stabilization
small sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW support
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Sports Comparison

Panasonic ZS1 Sports photography highlights
Sony S2000 Sports photography highlights
24
has image stabilization (Optical)
max fps low (3.0 fps)
no shutter priority mode
low resolution sensor (10 megapixels)
sensor is very small (1/2.5")
no phase detect AF
16
maximum shutter speed is a little low (1/1,200 seconds)
max fps low (1.0 fps)
lack of shutter priority mode
no image stabilization
sensor resolution not great (10MP)
small sensor size (1/2.3")
no phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Panasonic ZS1
Travel photography with Sony S2000
62
lighter than competition in class (229g)
has built in flash
reasonably wide (25mm)
great zoom (300mm)
does not have Time Lapse function
low resolution sensor (10 megapixels)
screen isn't selfie friendly
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
50
flash built-in
no Time Lapse recording
sensor resolution not great (10 megapixels)
screen is not selfie friendly
wide angle not fantastic (33mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.1)
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Landscape Comparison

Panasonic ZS1 Landscape photography information
Sony S2000 Landscape photography information
30
reasonably wide (25mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
manual focus not available
cannot swap lenses (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
tiny screen (2.7 inches)
no manual exposure
low resolution sensor (10 megapixels)
sensor is very small (1/2.5")
no RAW support
does not have Time Lapse function
27
screen size is good (3 inches)
manual focus not available
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not fantastic (33mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.1)
manual exposure not available
no image stabilization
sensor resolution not great (10 megapixels)
small sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW support
no Time Lapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

Panasonic ZS1 Vlogging advice
Sony S2000 Vlogging advice
31
reasonably wide (25mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
supports face detect focusing
lighter than competition in class (229g)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
screen isn't selfie friendly
low quality video (640 x 480 pxls)
does not have mic support
21
wide angle not fantastic (33mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.1)
screen is not selfie friendly
no image stabilization
video resolution low (640 x 480 resolution)
no mic port
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Panasonic ZS1 vs Sony S2000 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Panasonic ZS1 and Sony S2000
 Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS1Sony 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