Panasonic ZS15 vs Sony A200

On this page, we will be matching up the Panasonic ZS15 and Sony A200, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by rivals Panasonic and Sony. The image resolution of the ZS15 (12MP) and the A200 (10MP) is pretty close but the ZS15 (1/2.3") and A200 (APS-C) offer different sensor size.

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The ZS15 was announced 4 years after the A200 which is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Panasonic ZS15 being a Compact camera and the Sony A200 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before we go into a detailed comparison, here is a brief overview of how the ZS15 scores against the A200 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS15 and Sony Alpha DSLR-A200. The whole galleries are viewable at Panasonic ZS15 Gallery and Sony A200 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you will want to consider its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic ZS15 enjoys outer dimensions of 105mm x 58mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") having a weight of 208 grams (0.46 lbs) whilst the Sony A200 has dimensions of 131mm x 99mm x 71mm (5.2" x 3.9" x 2.8") having a weight of 572 grams (1.26 lbs).

Examine the Panasonic ZS15 and Sony A200 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you choose at the time. Following is a front view proportions comparison of the ZS15 vs the A200.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the ZS15 and A200 is 92 and 66 respectively.

Normally, it is tough to imagine the gap in sensor sizes merely by viewing technical specs. The pic here will help provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the ZS15 and A200.

As you can tell, each of the cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The ZS15 using its smaller sensor is going to make shooting shallow DOF more difficult and the Panasonic ZS15 will render extra detail with its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop pictures more aggressively. The more modern ZS15 provides an advantage with regard to sensor tech.