Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX10 / LX15 vs Panasonic Lumix ZS200 / TZ200 — Which Is Better?
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Panasonic · Compact · 20 MP · 1" · 4K video
Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX10 / LX15
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Panasonic · Compact · 20 MP · 1" · 4K video
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Read the General ComparisonGeneralThe Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX10 / LX15 and Panasonic Lumix ZS200 / TZ200 are both compacts, so the choice rests on size, weight and features. The LX10, announced in 2016, is the smaller and lighter carry at 106 x 60 x 42 mm and 310 g. The ZS200 followed in 2018 at 111 x 66 x 45 mm and 340 g. | ||
Released ⓘRefers to the year this camera was officially made available for sale. |
2016 | 2018 |
Announcement date ⓘRefers to the date the manufacturer publicly announced the upcoming release and general specs of this camera. |
September 19, 2016 | February 13, 2018 |
| Camera type |  Compact | Compact |
| Camera size | 106 x 60 x 42 mm | 111 x 66 x 45 mm |
| Camera weight | 310 g | 340 g |
| Optics | 63/100 | 61/100 |
Read the Optics ComparisonOpticsThe ZS200 is the better pick for outdoor shooting, because its electronic viewfinder gives an eye-level frame, while the LX10 has no viewfinder and depends on the rear screen. The LX10 answers with a faster top shutter of 1/4000 second against 1/2000 second, a shorter exposure for wide apertures in daylight without overexposing. Resolution and sensor format match at 20 megapixels on a 1-inch CMOS sensor, so neither gives more crop room. Everyday stills shooting is a similarity, with both offering a fixed lens, 49 autofocus points, 10 fps bursts and in-body stabilisation. | ||
Megapixels ⓘThe higher the number of megapixels, the more detail the cameras sensor can capture. |
20 MP050 | 20 MP050 |
Image resolution ⓘImage resolution is measured in pixels and megapixels, width by height. The higher the number, the higher its resolution. |
5472 x 3648 | 5472 x 3648 |
Sensor type ⓘThe camera sensor captures light and records the image. Sensors vary in physical size, the number of pixels, and quality. |
CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size ⓘThe sensor size contributes to the overall quality as well as the dynamic and tonal range a camera can capture. As a rule of thumb, the more surface there is to read the light, the more information it will capture. |
13.2 x 8.8 | 13.2 x 8.8 |
Sensor format ⓘRefers to the most commonly used sensor sizes. |
1" | 1" |
Continuous shooting ⓘThe number of sequential frames per second the camera can write to the memory card when shooting in burst or continuous mode. |
10 fps045 | 10 fps045 |
Lens mount ⓘThe lens mount will tell you what type of lens range you can fit onto the camera body. Often the same camera company will have different lens ranges for different cameras. |
Fixed | Fixed |
Image processor ⓘThe image processor in the camera converts the information collected on the sensor for digital storage on the memory card. |
Unspecified | Venus Engine |
Aspect ratio ⓘThe aspect ratio refers to the proportional difference between width and height. The most popular aspect ratios are 3:2 and 4:3. |
 3:2 | 3:2 |
Min ISO ⓘRefers to the lowest native (or 'base') ISO setting. Lower ISO are less sensitive to light but make a cleaner image. |
12530200 | 12530200 |
Max ISO ⓘRefers to the highest native (or 'base') ISO setting. Higher ISO is necessary for low-light situations or night photography, but higher ISOs often introduce grain or noise. |
128003003280000 | 128003003280000 |
Min ISO (expanded) ⓘExpanded (or extended) ISO is a digitally enhanced feature available on some cameras. It allows you to push beyond the native ISO range if necessary. |
8030200 | 8030200 |
Max ISO (expanded) ⓘExpanded (or extended) ISO is a digitally enhanced feature available on some cameras. It allows you to push beyond the native ISO range if necessary. |
256003003280000 | 256003003280000 |
Minimum shutter speed ⓘThe minimum shutter speed will tell you the longest exposure your camera can take without using an external accessory. |
6044080 | 6044080 |
Max shutter speed ⓘThe maximum shutter speed tells you the length inside 1 second the camera will capture. These can sometimes be extended with accessories such as extra external batteries. |
400080032000 | 200080032000 |
Autofocus points ⓘAutofocus points show where the camera is focusing graphically as squares or brackets in Live View or on an electronic viewfinder. These points are also used for light meter readings. |
490300 | 490300 |
In-body stabilisation ⓘIn-body Stabilization means the camera has a certain technology embedded that counteracts camera shake. |
 Yes | Yes |
Viewfinder type ⓘThe viewfinder type is either electronic or optical. Electronic viewfinders will have a small screen in the viewfinder. Optical viewfinders will use prisms and mirrors to look through the lens. |
None | Electronic |
| Viewfinder dots | N/A | 233000009900000 |
| Video | 69/100 | 83/100 |
Read the Video ComparisonVideoIf you shoot timelapse, the ZS200 is the better choice, because it has timelapse built in and the LX10 does not. It also records in AVCHD alongside MPEG-4 and MOV, an extra option for editing and playback. Both top out at 4K video, with 60 fps the highest frame rate on each. | ||
Video ⓘIndicates if this camera is capable of recording video. |
 Yes | Yes |
Max video resolution ⓘThe best resolution this camera can capture video in. Modern cameras can capture up to 8K video. |
 4K | 4K |
Max video format ⓘVideo resolution measured by the greatest number of pixels possible in each frame, width by height. A higher resolution means more detail or clarity in your video. |
3840 x 2160 | 3840 x 2160 |
Max video frame rate ⓘHow many frames per second your video will capture. Most cameras have options for multiple frame rates, depending on the resolution you shoot in. For a general video, 24p or 30p is the standard, but more serious filmmakers may need a higher frame rate for creative effect. |
60 fps | 60 fps |
Timelapse built in ⓘA built in time-lapse mode will allow continuous shooting throughout a prolonged period of time to be compressed into a sped up video. |
No |  Yes |
Video file format ⓘDifferent cameras can record in various video file formats. The File format you record in can impact how you edit and use the files. |
MPEG-4, MOV | MPEG-4, MOV, AVCHD |
| Features | 70/100 | 70/100 |
Read the Features ComparisonFeaturesThe LX10 is the better camera for vlogging and self-framed shots, because its 3-inch screen flips out while the ZS200's does not. The ZS200 counters with a more detailed display for checking focus, at 1,240,000 dots against 1,040,000. Both are 3-inch touch TFT LCDs with live view. Connectivity and lighting are similarities: built-in flash, Wi-Fi and Bluetooth are shared, and neither supports an external flash. Neither camera has GPS or weather sealing, so geotagging travel photos needs a phone alongside either body. | ||
Builtin flash ⓘA built-in flash will often be positioned right above the lens. This will automatically pop up when you activate it. |
 Yes | Yes |
External flash ⓘExternal flashes are often connected through a hot shoe at the top of a camera, or a cable at the side of the camera. |
✗ | ✗ |
GPS ⓘGPS features in a camera will include location metadata to each of your photographs. |
✗ | ✗ |
Weather sealing ⓘWeather sealing capabilities will give you more confidence when shooting in unfavourable conditions. |
✗ | ✗ |
| Screen type | TFT LCD | TFT LCD |
Touch screen ⓘTouchscreen allows you to change camera settings and access menus with a swipe of your finger, instead of using buttons. |
 Yes | Yes |
| Screen size | 3" | 3" |
Screen dots ⓘScreen dots indicate the resolution of the LCD screen by including each sub pixel. |
10400001150001500000 | 12400001150001500000 |
Flip screen ⓘA flip screen (or articulating screen) is a second screen which can flip out from the side or top of the camera. This rotating screen allows you more freedom to take photos at different angles. |
 Yes | No |
Live view ⓘLive View feature allows you to see a continuous live video of what is being seen through your lens. |
 Yes | Yes |
Wi-Fi ⓘBuilt-in Wi-Fi allows you to connect your camera and share images wirelessly. |
 Yes | Yes |
Bluetooth ⓘBluetooth capabilities allow you wireless control of your camera with other external devices. |
 Yes | Yes |
| Storage & battery | 29/100 | 35/100 |
Read the Storage & battery ComparisonStorage and BatteryThe ZS200 has the stronger battery rating for a long day out, at 370 shots against 260 for the LX10. They use different batteries, DMW-BLG10 in the ZS200 and DMW-BLH7 in the LX10, so spares do not swap between them. Both take a single SD card and both charge over USB, so topping up from a power bank works with either. Card speed is the difference: the LX10 supports UHS-II SD cards, which clear its 10 fps bursts faster, while the ZS200 stops at UHS-I. | ||
| Memory card | SD / SDHC / SDXC (UHS-II compatible) | SD / SDHC / SDXC (UHS-I compatible) |
| Dual memory card slots | ✗ | ✗ |
| Battery type | DMW-BLH7 | DMW-BLG10 |
Battery life ⓘApproximately how long this cameras battery will last measured by how many photographs you will be able to take. |
260 shots1505000 | 370 shots1505000 |
| USB charging |  Yes | Yes |
Read: Verdict
Verdict
Choose the ZS200 if you mainly photograph outdoors and on holiday. Its electronic viewfinder steadies framing in bright sun, and its 370-shot rating suits a full day out. Choose the LX10 instead if you shoot wide open in daylight and want the 1/4000 second top shutter, or if you vlog and want the flip screen.
The LX10 also suits anyone who wants the lighter pocket carry and faster UHS-II cards for burst shooting. Both offer 20 megapixels, 10 fps bursts and 4K video, so the headline capabilities match and your working style decides.