Leica
Q3
Full-frame fixed 28mm f/1.7 premium compact for documentary and travel.
$5,995
Launch priceReleased May 2023
Panasonic
Lumix ZS200
Pocket travel zoom with 1-inch sensor and 15x Leica lens for vacations.
$799
Launch priceReleased Feb 2018
Q3 is 5.3 years newer.
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Wins
Q3
Wins
Lumix ZS200
1 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- AQ3 has higher ISO max (native) (100,000 vs 12,800)
- AQ3 has higher Resolution (60.3 MP vs 20.1 MP)
- AQ3 has lower ISO min (native) (50 vs 125)
- BLumix ZS200 has higher Burst (mechanical) (10 fps vs 4 fps)
- AQ3 has higher EVF resolution (5,760,000 vs 2,330,000)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
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Q3
130 × 80 × 92 mm
743 g (1.64 lb / 26.21 oz)
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85.6 × 54 mm
for scale
Lumix ZS200
111 × 66 × 45 mm
340 g (0.75 lb / 11.99 oz)
Q3 is 19mm wider, 14mm taller, and 47mm thicker than Lumix ZS200.
Q3 is 403 g heavier than Lumix ZS200.
Depth (front-to-back): 92mm Q3 · 45mm Lumix ZS200
Back view, to scale
Width × Height — same proportions as the front of the body.
Q3
130 × 80 mm
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85.6 × 54 mm
Lumix ZS200
111 × 66 mm
Top view, to scale
Width × Depth (front-to-back) — see which body is chunkier on the table.
Q3
130 × 92 mm
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
Lumix ZS200
111 × 45 mm
Sensor size, to scale
Q3
36 × 24 mm · Full Frame
864 mm² area
Lumix ZS200
13.2 × 8.8 mm · 1-inch
116 mm² area
7.4× 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
Q3
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 130, 80, 92
Card types
Adds SD UHS-II
ISO max (native)
100,000 vs 12,800 — higher is better
Resolution
60.3 MP vs 20.1 MP — higher is better
Codecs
Adds H.265, ProRes
ISO min (native)
50 vs 125 — lower is better
EVF resolution
5,760,000 vs 2,330,000 — higher is better
4K max frame rate
60 fps vs 30 fps — higher is better
Reasons to choose
Lumix ZS200
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 111.2, 66.4, 45.2
Card types
Adds SD UHS-I
Codecs
Adds MP4, AVCHD
Burst (mechanical)
10 fps vs 4 fps — higher is better
Weight
340 g vs 743 g — lower is better
Burst (electronic)
30 fps vs 15 fps — higher is better
Battery life (CIPA)
370 shots vs 350 shots — higher is better
Both cameras share
- ✓Eye AF — Both support eye af
- ✓Animal / bird AF — Both support animal / bird af
- ✓Card slots — Both 1
- ✓Touchscreen — Both support touchscreen
- ✓Wi-Fi — Both support wi-fi
Pros & cons at a glance
Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.
Q3
Pros
- ✓60MP full-frame
- ✓Summilux 28mm lens
- ✓Built like a tank
- ✓Unique aesthetic
Cons
- –Fixed lens
- –Very expensive
- –No interchangeable system
Lumix ZS200
Pros
- ✓True pocket size
- ✓1-inch sensor
- ✓24–360mm zoom
Cons
- –Small sensor vs FF
- –No viewfinder grip
- –Older model
Decided which one is right for you?
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Full specifications
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Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for landscape, Q3 or Lumix ZS200?
Q3 scores 8.0/10 versus 0.0/10 for Lumix ZS200 — 60.3MP — massive detail for large prints.
What's the resolution difference between the Q3 and Lumix ZS200?
Q3 is 60.3 MP and Lumix ZS200 is 20.1 MP, so the Q3 captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
How does stabilization compare between the Q3 and Lumix ZS200?
Q3 does not have IBIS, while Lumix ZS200 does not have IBIS.
Which shoots faster bursts — the Q3 or the Lumix ZS200?
Q3 reaches 15 fps electronic. Lumix ZS200 reaches 30 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the Q3 and Lumix ZS200?
Q3 weighs 743 g and Lumix ZS200 weighs 340 g, so the Lumix ZS200 is 403 g lighter.
Do the Q3 and Lumix ZS200 record 4K video?
Q3: 8K (max), 4K up to 60p. Lumix ZS200: 4K up to 30p.
Are the Q3 and Lumix ZS200 weather sealed?
Q3: Yes. Lumix ZS200: No.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 350 shots (CIPA) for the Q3 and 370 shots for the Lumix ZS200, giving the Lumix ZS200 the edge.
How much does each cost?
Q3 launched at $5,995 and Lumix ZS200 at $799. The Lumix ZS200 is $5,196 less.
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Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed July 2026.
Product images courtesy of Leica and Panasonic press materials.