Panasonic ZS40 vs Sony H200

Here, we will be looking at the Panasonic ZS40 versus Sony H200, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by manufacturers Panasonic and Sony. The resolution of the ZS40 (18MP) and the H200 (20MP) is relatively close and both cameras offer the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The ZS40 was announced 13 months later than the H200 which makes them a generation apart from each other. The two cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic ZS40 being a Compact camera and the Sony H200 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before getting into a in-depth comparison, here is a simple overview of how the ZS40 matches up versus the H200 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS40 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H200. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic ZS40 Gallery & Sony H200 Gallery.

For anyone who is going to carry your camera often, you're going to have to factor its weight and measurements. The Panasonic ZS40 offers physical dimensions of 111mm x 64mm x 34mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.3") and a weight of 240 grams (0.53 lbs) whilst the Sony H200 has proportions of 123mm x 83mm x 87mm (4.8" x 3.3" x 3.4") and a weight of 530 grams (1.17 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are employing at that time. Below is a front view dimension comparison of the ZS40 and the H200.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the ZS40 and H200 is 90 and 67 respectively.

In many cases, it is very hard to see the gap in sensor sizing simply by researching a spec sheet. The graphic here should offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the ZS40 and H200.

Clearly, both of the cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same megapixels. You can count on the Sony H200 to result in more detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop shots way more aggressively. The newer ZS40 will have a benefit in sensor tech.