Panasonic
Lumix G9 II
MFT hybrid with 8-stop IBIS and 75fps stills for wildlife on a budget.
$1,899
Launch priceReleased Sep 2023
Panasonic
Lumix ZS200
Pocket travel zoom with 1-inch sensor and 15x Leica lens for vacations.
$799
Launch priceReleased Feb 2018
Lumix G9 II is 5.6 years newer.
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Wins
Lumix G9 II
Wins
Lumix ZS200
2 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- ALumix G9 II has higher IBIS effectiveness (8 stops vs 0 stops)
- ALumix G9 II has higher AF points / zones (779 vs 49)
- ALumix G9 II has higher RAW buffer depth (200 frames vs 14 frames)
- ALumix G9 II has higher Max video bit rate (800 Mbps vs 100 Mbps)
- ALumix G9 II has higher 4K max frame rate (120 fps vs 30 fps)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
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Lumix G9 II
134 × 102 × 90 mm
658 g (1.45 lb / 23.21 oz)
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85.6 × 54 mm
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Lumix ZS200
111 × 66 × 45 mm
340 g (0.75 lb / 11.99 oz)
Lumix G9 II is 23mm wider, 36mm taller, and 45mm thicker than Lumix ZS200.
Lumix G9 II is 318 g heavier than Lumix ZS200.
Depth (front-to-back): 90mm Lumix G9 II · 45mm Lumix ZS200
Back view, to scale
Width × Height — same proportions as the front of the body.
Lumix G9 II
134 × 102 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.
Lumix G9 II
134 × 90 mm
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85.6 × 54 mm
Lumix ZS200
111 × 45 mm
Sensor size, to scale
Lumix G9 II
17.3 × 13 mm · Micro Four Thirds
225 mm² area
Lumix ZS200
13.2 × 8.8 mm · 1-inch
116 mm² area
1.9× larger sensor area = shallower depth of field and better low-light performance.
Lens ecosystem
Native lens selection
Lumix G9 II
✓ more lensesMicro Four Thirds
130+
native lenses available
Lumix ZS200: mount data unavailable
Counts include current first-party and major third-party native autofocus lenses.
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
Lumix G9 II
IBIS effectiveness
8 stops vs 0 stops — higher is better
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 134.3, 102.3, 90.1
Card types
Adds SD UHS-II, SD UHS-II
AF points / zones
779 vs 49 — higher is better
RAW buffer depth
200 frames vs 14 frames — higher is better
Max video bit rate
800 Mbps vs 100 Mbps — higher is better
4K max frame rate
120 fps vs 30 fps — higher is better
Codecs
Adds Apple ProRes 422 HQ, H.265
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
Weight
340 g vs 658 g — lower is better
Both cameras share
- ✓AF frame coverage — Both 100 %
- ✓Eye AF — Both support eye af
- ✓Animal / bird AF — Both support animal / bird af
- ✓Touchscreen — Both support touchscreen
- ✓Wi-Fi — Both support wi-fi
Pros & cons at a glance
Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.
Lumix G9 II
Pros
- ✓75fps stills mode
- ✓8-stop IBIS
- ✓Compact tele reach
Cons
- –MFT sensor
- –Smaller ecosystem
- –Video not GH-level
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?
Compare live prices for the Lumix G9 II and Lumix ZS200 at major authorized retailers.
Panasonic Lumix G9 II
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Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for video, Lumix G9 II or Lumix ZS200?
Lumix G9 II scores 9.5/10 versus 3.0/10 for Lumix ZS200 — 8K recording for future-proof footage.
What's the resolution difference between the Lumix G9 II and Lumix ZS200?
Lumix G9 II is 25.2 MP and Lumix ZS200 is 20.1 MP, so the Lumix G9 II captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the Lumix G9 II and Lumix ZS200 have in-body image stabilization?
Lumix G9 II has 8-stop in-body image stabilization, while Lumix ZS200 does not have IBIS.
Which shoots faster bursts — the Lumix G9 II or the Lumix ZS200?
Lumix G9 II reaches 75 fps electronic. Lumix ZS200 reaches 30 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the Lumix G9 II and Lumix ZS200?
Lumix G9 II weighs 658 g and Lumix ZS200 weighs 340 g, so the Lumix ZS200 is 318 g lighter.
Do the Lumix G9 II and Lumix ZS200 record 4K video?
Lumix G9 II: 5.8K Open Gate (max), 4K up to 120p. Lumix ZS200: 4K up to 30p.
Are the Lumix G9 II and Lumix ZS200 weather sealed?
Lumix G9 II: Yes. Lumix ZS200: No.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 390 shots (CIPA) for the Lumix G9 II and 370 shots for the Lumix ZS200, giving the Lumix G9 II the edge.
How much does each cost?
Lumix G9 II launched at $1,899 and Lumix ZS200 at $799. The Lumix ZS200 is $1,100 less.
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Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed July 2026.
Product images courtesy of Panasonic press materials.