Canon
EOS 200D
World's lightest APS-C DSLR (Rebel SL2) with Dual Pixel AF, 24MP, and beginner-friendly design.
$549
Launch priceReleased Jun 2017
Panasonic
Lumix FZ1000 II
1-inch bridge zoom with 16x Leica lens — great for travel wildlife on a budget.
$899
Launch priceReleased Feb 2019
Lumix FZ1000 II is 1.7 years newer.
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Wins
EOS 200D
Wins
Lumix FZ1000 II
5 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- BLumix FZ1000 II has higher AF points / zones (49 vs 9)
- BLumix FZ1000 II has higher Burst (electronic) (50 fps vs 11 fps)
- AEOS 200D has higher RAW buffer depth (60 frames vs 20 frames)
- BLumix FZ1000 II has higher Burst (mechanical) (12 fps vs 5 fps)
- AEOS 200D has higher ISO max (native) (25,600 vs 12,800)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
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EOS 200D
122 × 93 × 70 mm
453 g (1.00 lb / 15.98 oz)
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85.6 × 54 mm
for scale
Lumix FZ1000 II
136 × 97 × 132 mm
810 g (1.79 lb / 28.57 oz)
EOS 200D is 14mm narrower, 5mm shorter, and 62mm thinner than Lumix FZ1000 II.
EOS 200D is 357 g lighter than Lumix FZ1000 II.
Depth (front-to-back): 70mm EOS 200D · 132mm Lumix FZ1000 II
Back view, to scale
Width × Height — same proportions as the front of the body.
EOS 200D
122 × 93 mm
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85.6 × 54 mm
Lumix FZ1000 II
136 × 97 mm
Top view, to scale
Width × Depth (front-to-back) — see which body is chunkier on the table.
EOS 200D
122 × 70 mm
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85.6 × 54 mm
Lumix FZ1000 II
136 × 132 mm
Sensor size, to scale
EOS 200D
22.3 × 14.9 mm · APS-C
332 mm² area
Lumix FZ1000 II
13.2 × 8.8 mm · 1-inch
116 mm² area
2.9× larger sensor area = shallower depth of field and better low-light performance.
Use-case scoring
Which one for what?
Algorithmic scores from verified specs · 10 = best in class
Why pick one over the other
Reasons to choose
EOS 200D
AF low-light limit
-6.5 EV vs -4 EV — lower is better
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 122.4, 92.6, 69.8
Card types
Adds SD UHS-II
RAW buffer depth
60 frames vs 20 frames — higher is better
AA filter
Only EOS 200D supports it
ISO max (native)
25,600 vs 12,800 — higher is better
Subject recognition
Adds Bird, Vehicle
4K max frame rate
60 fps vs 30 fps — higher is better
Reasons to choose
Lumix FZ1000 II
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 136.2, 97.2, 131.5
Card types
Adds SD UHS-I
AF points / zones
49 vs 9 — higher is better
Burst (electronic)
50 fps vs 11 fps — higher is better
Codecs
Adds MP4, AVCHD
Burst (mechanical)
12 fps vs 5 fps — higher is better
Animal / bird AF
Only Lumix FZ1000 II supports it
Subject recognition
Adds Face, Eye
Both cameras share
- ✓AF frame coverage — Both 100 %
- ✓Eye AF — Both support eye af
- ✓1080p max frame rate — Both 60 fps
- ✓Card slots — Both 1
- ✓EVF resolution — Both 2,360,000
- ✓Touchscreen — Both support touchscreen
Pros & cons at a glance
Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.
EOS 200D
Pros
- ✓Very light DSLR
- ✓Dual Pixel AF
- ✓24MP APS-C
- ✓Affordable
Cons
- –Single card slot
- –No 4K
- –Superseded by SL3/250D
Lumix FZ1000 II
Pros
- ✓25–400mm equivalent zoom
- ✓4K video
- ✓No lens swapping needed
Cons
- –1-inch sensor
- –Large body for compact class
- –Contrast AF
Decided which one is right for you?
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Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for travel, EOS 200D or Lumix FZ1000 II?
EOS 200D scores 6.5/10 versus 2.5/10 for Lumix FZ1000 II — 453g — ultralight for all-day carry.
What's the resolution difference between the EOS 200D and Lumix FZ1000 II?
EOS 200D is 24.2 MP and Lumix FZ1000 II is 20.1 MP, so the EOS 200D captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
How does stabilization compare between the EOS 200D and Lumix FZ1000 II?
EOS 200D does not have IBIS, while Lumix FZ1000 II does not have IBIS.
Which shoots faster bursts — the EOS 200D or the Lumix FZ1000 II?
EOS 200D reaches 11 fps electronic. Lumix FZ1000 II reaches 50 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the EOS 200D and Lumix FZ1000 II?
EOS 200D weighs 453 g and Lumix FZ1000 II weighs 810 g, so the EOS 200D is 357 g lighter.
Do the EOS 200D and Lumix FZ1000 II record 4K video?
EOS 200D: 4K up to 60p. Lumix FZ1000 II: 4K up to 30p.
Are the EOS 200D and Lumix FZ1000 II weather sealed?
EOS 200D: No. Lumix FZ1000 II: No.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 650 shots (CIPA) for the EOS 200D and 440 shots for the Lumix FZ1000 II, giving the EOS 200D the edge.
How much does each cost?
EOS 200D launched at $549 and Lumix FZ1000 II at $899. The EOS 200D is $350 less.
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Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed July 2026.
Product images courtesy of Canon and Panasonic press materials.