Panasonic ZS70 vs Sony H200

Here is a extensive review of the Panasonic ZS70 versus Sony H200, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals Panasonic and Sony. The resolution of the ZS70 (20MP) and the H200 (20MP) is very similar and they feature the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The ZS70 was announced 4 years later than the H200 and that is quite a big difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic ZS70 being a Compact camera and the Sony H200 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before getting through a thorough comparison, below is a short view of how the ZS70 matches up against the H200 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS70 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H200. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic ZS70 Gallery & Sony H200 Gallery.

If you are planning to carry your camera frequently, you will need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic ZS70 comes with outside dimensions of 112mm x 67mm x 41mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.6") having a weight of 322 grams (0.71 lbs) whilst 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).

Check out the Panasonic ZS70 versus Sony H200 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you use at that time. Below is the front view dimensions comparison of the ZS70 versus the H200.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the ZS70 and H200 is 87 and 67 respectively.

Typically, its hard to imagine the difference between sensor sizing simply by reading technical specs. The photograph below may offer you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the ZS70 and H200.

As you have seen, both cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the same megapixels so you can expect similar quality of files but you have to take the age of the products into consideration. The more recent ZS70 should have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.