Panasonic ZS100 vs Samsung NX200
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Panasonic ZS100 vs Samsung NX200 Key Specs
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- 20MP - 1" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 12800 (Expand to 25600)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- 25-250mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 312g - 111 x 65 x 44mm
- Launched January 2016
- Alternative Name is Lumix DMC-TZ100
- Successor is Panasonic ZS200
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- 20MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 12800
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Samsung NX Mount
- 223g - 117 x 63 x 36mm
- Launched February 2012
- Replaced the Samsung NX100
- Successor is Samsung NX210
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Following is a extensive assessment of the Panasonic ZS100 and Samsung NX200, former is a Large Sensor Compact while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by companies Panasonic and Samsung. The image resolution of the ZS100 (20MP) and the NX200 (20MP) is pretty close but the ZS100 (1") and NX200 (APS-C) enjoy different sensor size.
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Before getting through a in-depth comparison, below is a quick highlight of how the ZS100 grades against the NX200 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS100 over the Samsung NX200
| ZS100 | NX200 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launched | January 2016 |  | February 2012 | More modern by 47 months |
| Screen resolution | 1040k |  | 614k | Clearer screen (+426k dot) |
| Touch friendly screen |  | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Samsung NX200 over the Panasonic ZS100
| NX200 | ZS100 |
|---|
Common features in the Panasonic ZS100 and Samsung NX200
| ZS100 | NX200 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manual focus |  | More exact focus | ||
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Screen dimension | 3" |  | 3" | Identical screen size |
| Selfie screen |  | Lacking selfie screen |
Panasonic ZS100 vs Samsung NX200 Physical Comparison
If you're intending to carry around your camera often, you will want to take into account its weight and measurements. The Panasonic ZS100 has external measurements of 111mm x 65mm x 44mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.7") with a weight of 312 grams (0.69 lbs) whilst the Samsung NX200 has proportions of 117mm x 63mm x 36mm (4.6" x 2.5" x 1.4") along with a weight of 223 grams (0.49 lbs).
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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you choose during that time. Following is the front view measurement comparison of the ZS100 compared to the NX200.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the ZS100 and NX200 is 87 and 90 respectively.
Panasonic ZS100 vs Samsung NX200 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is very difficult to visualize the contrast in sensor sizes only by researching specs. The picture underneath should provide you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the ZS100 and NX200.
All in all, both the cameras have got the exact same resolution albeit different sensor sizes. The ZS100 includes the smaller sensor which will make obtaining bokeh harder. The more recent ZS100 should have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.
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Panasonic ZS100 vs Samsung NX200 Specifications
| Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS100 | Samsung NX200 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand Name | Panasonic | Samsung |
| Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS100 | Samsung NX200 |
| Otherwise known as | Lumix DMC-TZ100 | - |
| Class | Large Sensor Compact | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
| Launched | 2016-01-05 | 2012-02-28 |
| Physical type | Large Sensor Compact | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor Chip | Venus Engine | - |
| Sensor type | MOS | CMOS |
| Sensor size | 1" | APS-C |
| Sensor dimensions | 13.2 x 8.8mm | 23.5 x 15.7mm |
| Sensor area | 116.2mm² | 369.0mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 20 megapixel | 20 megapixel |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Maximum resolution | 5472 x 3648 | 5472 x 3648 |
| Maximum native ISO | 12800 | 12800 |
| Maximum boosted ISO | 25600 | - |
| Lowest native ISO | 125 | 100 |
| RAW format | ||
| Lowest boosted ISO | 80 | - |
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focusing | ||
| Touch focus | ||
| Continuous autofocus | ||
| Single autofocus | ||
| Autofocus tracking | ||
| Selective autofocus | ||
| Autofocus center weighted | ||
| Autofocus multi area | ||
| Autofocus live view | ||
| Face detect focus | ||
| Contract detect focus | ||
| Phase detect focus | ||
| Total focus points | 49 | 15 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount type | fixed lens | Samsung NX |
| Lens zoom range | 25-250mm (10.0x) | - |
| Highest aperture | f/2.8-5.9 | - |
| Macro focusing distance | 5cm | - |
| Total lenses | - | 32 |
| Crop factor | 2.7 | 1.5 |
| Screen | ||
| Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display diagonal | 3 inches | 3 inches |
| Resolution of display | 1,040 thousand dots | 614 thousand dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch operation | ||
| Display technology | - | Active Matrix OLED screen |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic (optional) |
| Viewfinder resolution | 1,166 thousand dots | - |
| Viewfinder coverage | 100% | - |
| Viewfinder magnification | 0.46x | - |
| Features | ||
| Lowest shutter speed | 60s | 30s |
| Highest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/4000s |
| Highest quiet shutter speed | 1/16000s | - |
| Continuous shooting rate | 9.9fps | 7.0fps |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual mode | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Set white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Inbuilt flash | ||
| Flash distance | 8.00 m (at Auto ISO) | no built-in flash |
| Flash settings | Auto, Auto/Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Forced On/Red-eye Reduction, Slow Sync., Slow Sync./Red-eye Reduction, Forced Off | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, 1st/2nd Curtain, Smart Flash, Manual |
| Hot shoe | ||
| AEB | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Highest flash synchronize | - | 1/180s |
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment metering | ||
| Average metering | ||
| Spot metering | ||
| Partial metering | ||
| AF area metering | ||
| Center weighted metering | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 4K/UHD (3840 x 2160 @ 30p/24p), 1920 x 1080 @ 60p/60i/30p/24p, 640 x 480 (30p) | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
| Maximum video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1920x1080 |
| Video file format | MPEG-4, AVCHD | MPEG-4, H.264 |
| Mic port | ||
| Headphone port | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | Built-In | None |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | Optional |
| Physical | ||
| Environment sealing | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 312 grams (0.69 pounds) | 223 grams (0.49 pounds) |
| Dimensions | 111 x 65 x 44mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.7") | 117 x 63 x 36mm (4.6" x 2.5" x 1.4") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO All around rating | 70 | 69 |
| DXO Color Depth rating | 22.8 | 22.6 |
| DXO Dynamic range rating | 12.5 | 12.6 |
| DXO Low light rating | 559 | 618 |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | 300 pictures | 330 pictures |
| Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
| Battery ID | - | BC1030 |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs, 3 shots @ 10 sec) | Yes (2 sec to 30 sec) |
| Time lapse feature | ||
| Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC card | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
| Card slots | 1 | 1 |
| Retail price | $700 | $818 |