Panasonic ZS70 vs Sony HX200V

Let's look more closely at the Panasonic ZS70 versus Sony HX200V, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by brands Panasonic and Sony. The image resolution of the ZS70 (20MP) and the HX200V (18MP) is relatively similar and both cameras offer the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The ZS70 was introduced 5 years later than the HX200V and that is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Panasonic ZS70 being a Compact camera and the Sony HX200V being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before getting right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple summation of how the ZS70 matches up vs the HX200V with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS70 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX200V. The whole galleries are viewable at Panasonic ZS70 Gallery and Sony HX200V Gallery.

If you're aiming to lug around your camera regularly, you will want to take into account its weight and size. The Panasonic ZS70 enjoys outside dimensions of 112mm x 67mm x 41mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.6") accompanied by a weight of 322 grams (0.71 lbs) while the Sony HX200V has specifications of 122mm x 87mm x 93mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 3.7") with a weight of 583 grams (1.29 lbs).

Look at the Panasonic ZS70 versus Sony HX200V in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you use at that time. Following is a front view measurements comparison of the ZS70 vs the HX200V.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the ZS70 and HX200V is 87 and 66 respectively.

Typically, it can be tough to picture the gap between sensor measurements simply by reading technical specs. The graphic below might offer you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the ZS70 and HX200V.

As you can tell, both of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different MP. You should count on the Panasonic ZS70 to offer greater detail using its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop photographs more aggressively. The more modern ZS70 should have a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.