Panasonic ZS45 vs Sony H200

Here, we will be evaluating the Panasonic ZS45 vs Sony H200, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by competitors Panasonic and Sony. The image resolution of the ZS45 (16MP) and the H200 (20MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras offer the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The ZS45 was introduced 2 years after the H200 which is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic ZS45 being a Compact camera and the Sony H200 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before diving right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the ZS45 scores against the H200 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS45 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H200. The whole galleries are viewable at Panasonic ZS45 Gallery & Sony H200 Gallery.

When you are looking to travel with your camera regularly, you will want to factor its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic ZS45 features outside measurements of 108mm x 60mm x 32mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.3") along with a weight of 249 grams (0.55 lbs) while the Sony H200 has dimensions of 123mm x 83mm x 87mm (4.8" x 3.3" x 3.4") having a weight of 530 grams (1.17 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Below is a front view scale comparison of the ZS45 and the H200.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the ZS45 and H200 is 91 and 67 respectively.

Usually, it is very tough to visualize the contrast in sensor dimensions purely by seeing technical specs. The image here will give you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the ZS45 and H200.

As you can tell, the 2 cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different resolution. You can count on the Sony H200 to show extra detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop pictures way more aggressively. The newer ZS45 should have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.