Size and weight are big decision factors when you are trying to find the ideal camera for your needs.
In this section, we are going to illustrate the Panasonic ZS200 and Panasonic FZ1000 II side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. Panasonic ZS200 has external dimensions of 111 x 66 x 45 mm (4.37 x 2.6 x 1.77″) and weighs 340 g (0.75 lb / 11.99 oz) (including batteries). Panasonic FZ1000 II has external dimensions of 136 x 97 x 132 mm (5.35 x 3.82 x 5.2″) and weighs 808 g (1.78 lb / 28.50 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front-view size comparison of the Panasonic ZS200 and the Panasonic FZ1000 II. Panasonic ZS200 is clearly the smaller of the two cameras. Its body is 25mm narrower, 31mm shorter and 87mm thinner than Panasonic FZ1000 II.
Comparison image of the Panasonic ZS200 and the Panasonic FZ1000 II Size, Weight and External Dimensions - Front View
Here is the back view size comparison of the Panasonic ZS200 and Panasonic FZ1000 II.
Comparison image of the Panasonic ZS200 and the Panasonic FZ1000 II Size and Weight - Back View
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Panasonic ZS200 and Panasonic FZ1000 II.
Top View Comparison image of the Panasonic ZS200 and the Panasonic FZ1000 II Size
Weight is another important factor, especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Panasonic ZS200 is significantly lighter (468g ) than the Panasonic FZ1000 II which may become a big advantage especially on long walking trips.
Weather Sealing
Unfortunately neither the Panasonic Lumix DC-ZS200 (Lumix DC-TZ200) nor Panasonic Lumix DC-FZ1000 II provides any type of weather sealing in their bodies, so you have to give extra care especially when you are shooting outdoors. If weather sealing is a must-have feature for you, check these sections: Top Compact Cameras with Weather Sealing Top Bridge Cameras with Weather Sealing
LCD Screen Size and Features
Panasonic ZS200 and Panasonic FZ1000 II's LCD screens have the same diagonal size of 3.00 inches.
On the other hand, Panasonic FZ1000 II sports a
Fully Articulated screen which you can change the angle and position of the screen almost freely, making it possible to shoot from waist or over-the-head levels, and especially very useful for shooting selfies and video. Panasonic ZS200's LCD screen is a fixed type which provides almost no flexibility in shooting positions compared to FZ1000 II.
