Panasonic Lumix ZS200 / TZ200 vs Sony ZV-1 Mark II — Which Is Better?
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Panasonic · Compact · 20 MP · 1" · 4K video
Panasonic Lumix ZS200 / TZ200
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Sony · Compact · 20 MP · 1" · 4K video
Sony ZV-1 Mark II
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| General | ||
Read the General ComparisonGeneralThe Panasonic Lumix ZS200 / TZ200 and the Sony ZV-1 Mark II are both compact cameras. Panasonic released its camera in 2018 and Sony followed in 2023, so the Sony is the newer design. The Sony is the smaller and lighter camera, measuring 106 x 60 x 47 mm and weighing 292 g. That is 14.1% lighter than the Panasonic, which measures 111 x 66 x 45 mm and weighs 340 g. | ||
Released ⓘRefers to the year this camera was officially made available for sale. |
2018 | 2023 |
Announcement date ⓘRefers to the date the manufacturer publicly announced the upcoming release and general specs of this camera. |
February 13, 2018 | May 23, 2023 |
| Camera type |  Compact | Compact |
| Camera size | 111 x 66 x 45 mm | 106 x 60 x 47 mm |
| Camera weight | 340 g | 292 g |
| Optics | 61/100 | 45/100 |
Read the Optics ComparisonOpticsThe Sony is the stronger pick for fast action. Its 315 autofocus points offer far more focus positions than the Panasonic's 49, and its 24 fps maximum burst is more than double the Panasonic's 10 fps for fleeting moments. A 1/32000-second maximum shutter also permits far shorter exposures for wide apertures in bright light. The Panasonic is the stronger choice for bright-light framing and handheld low-light stills. Its built-in 2.33-million-dot electronic viewfinder allows eye-level composition, and its in-body stabilisation steadies shots at slower handheld shutter speeds. Both cameras pair 20-megapixel resolution with a 1-inch sensor format, a CMOS sensor type and a standard ISO range of 125 to 12800. | ||
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 | 24 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 | None |
Image processor ⓘThe image processor in the camera converts the information collected on the sensor for digital storage on the memory card. |
Venus Engine | Bionz X |
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 | 128003003280000 |
Minimum shutter speed ⓘThe minimum shutter speed will tell you the longest exposure your camera can take without using an external accessory. |
6044080 | 144080 |
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. |
200080032000 | 3200080032000 |
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 | 3150300 |
In-body stabilisation ⓘIn-body Stabilization means the camera has a certain technology embedded that counteracts camera shake. |
 Yes | No |
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. |
Electronic | None |
| Viewfinder dots | 233000009900000 | N/A |
| Video | 83/100 | 91/100 |
Read the Video ComparisonVideoSlow-motion work favours the Sony. Its maximum video frame rate of 120 fps, versus the Panasonic's 60 fps, allows far deeper slow motion. Both cameras record up to 4K and offer built-in timelapse for interval shooting. The file formats differ, with the Sony recording XAVC S, MPEG-4 and AVCHD and the Panasonic recording MOV, MPEG-4 and AVCHD. Each camera adds one format to a shared MPEG-4 and AVCHD base. | ||
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 | 120 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. |
 Yes | 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, AVCHD | MPEG-4, AVCHD, XAVC S |
| Features | 70/100 | 68/100 |
Read the Features ComparisonFeaturesThe Sony's flip-out screen is the headline advantage for self-recording. The 3-inch display angles so you can see yourself while recording or frame a low tabletop shot, options the Panasonic's fixed screen lacks. Panasonic builds a flash in for indoor snapshots, while the Sony supports an external flash instead. The Panasonic's rear screen shows more detail, with 1,240,000 dots against the Sony's 921,600. Both cameras use 3-inch touch screens and offer Wi-Fi and Bluetooth for wireless transfer and remote control. Neither has GPS or weather sealing, so geotagging and rain protection need external solutions. | ||
Builtin flash ⓘA built-in flash will often be positioned right above the lens. This will automatically pop up when you activate it. |
 Yes | No |
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. |
No |  Yes |
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 | 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. |
12400001150001500000 | 9216001150001500000 |
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. |
No |  Yes |
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 | 35/100 | 29/100 |
Read the Storage & battery ComparisonStorage and BatteryThe Panasonic is the better companion for a day away from power. Its battery is rated at 370 shots per charge against the Sony's 290 under their respective test conditions. Both cameras charge over USB and use a single card slot, so a power bank tops up either. The Sony adds Memory Stick Duo Hybrid support to the SD, SDHC and SDXC cards both cameras accept, while the Panasonic slot brings UHS-I compatibility to the same SD family. | ||
| Memory card | SD / SDHC / SDXC (UHS-I compatible) | SD / SDHC / SDXC / Memory Stick Duo Hybrid |
| Dual memory card slots | ✗ | ✗ |
| Battery type | DMW-BLG10 | NP-BX1 |
Battery life ⓘApproximately how long this cameras battery will last measured by how many photographs you will be able to take. |
370 shots1505000 | 290 shots1505000 |
| USB charging |  Yes | Yes |
Read: Verdict
Verdict
Choose the Sony ZV-1 Mark II to record yourself or chase fast motion. Its flip-out screen, 24 fps burst, 315 autofocus points and 120 fps maximum video frame rate make it the stronger vlogging and slow-motion tool.
Choose the Panasonic Lumix ZS200 / TZ200 for outdoor stills. Its eye-level viewfinder, in-body stabilisation and built-in flash cover bright sun, dim rooms and quick snapshots, and its higher 370-shot rated battery suits a full travel day. Both deliver 20-megapixel files, so resolution favours neither camera.