Panasonic
Lumix S1 II
24MP partially stacked full-frame hybrid with high frame rate video, fast burst shooting, and 15-stop V-Log.
$3,199
Released May 2025
Panasonic
Lumix ZS200
Pocket travel zoom with 1-inch sensor and 15x Leica lens for vacations.
$799
Released Feb 2018
Lumix S1 II is 7.3 years newer.
Wins
Lumix S1 II
Wins
Lumix ZS200
2 categories tied
TL;DR — Key differences
- ALumix S1 II has higher IBIS effectiveness (8 stops vs 0 stops)
- ALumix S1 II has higher Max video bit rate (1900 Mbps vs 100 Mbps)
- ALumix S1 II has higher AF points / zones (779 vs 49)
- ALumix S1 II has higher RAW buffer depth (200 frames vs 14 frames)
- ALumix S1 II has higher ISO max (native) (51,200 vs 12,800)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
Lumix S1 II
134 × 102 × 92 mm
800 g (1.76 lb / 28.22 oz)
Lumix ZS200
111 × 66 × 45 mm
340 g (0.75 lb / 11.99 oz)
Lumix S1 II is 23mm wider, 36mm taller, and 47mm thicker than Lumix ZS200.
Lumix S1 II is 460 g heavier than Lumix ZS200.
Depth (front-to-back): 92mm Lumix S1 II · 45mm Lumix ZS200
Sensor size, to scale
Lumix S1 II
35.6 × 23.8 mm · Full Frame
847 mm² area
Lumix ZS200
13.2 × 8.8 mm · 1-inch
116 mm² area
7.3× 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
Lumix S1 II
AF low-light limit
-6 EV vs -4 EV — lower is better
IBIS effectiveness
8 stops vs 0 stops — higher is better
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 134.3, 102.3, 91.8
Card types
Adds CFexpress Type B, SD UHS-II
Max video bit rate
1900 Mbps vs 100 Mbps — higher is better
AF points / zones
779 vs 49 — higher is better
RAW buffer depth
200 frames vs 14 frames — higher is better
ISO max (native)
51,200 vs 12,800 — 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
Weight
340 g vs 800 g — lower is better
Codecs
Adds AVCHD
Battery life (CIPA)
370 shots vs 350 shots — higher is better
Both cameras share
- ✓AF frame coverage — Both 100 %
- ✓Eye AF — Both support eye af
- ✓Animal / bird AF — Both support animal / bird af
- ✓Burst (mechanical) — Both 10 fps
- ✓Touchscreen — Both support touchscreen
- ✓Wi-Fi — Both support wi-fi
Pros & cons at a glance
Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.
Lumix S1 II
Pros
- ✓Partially stacked full-frame sensor
- ✓6K open-gate video
- ✓4K 120p
- ✓Fast Phase Hybrid AF
Cons
- –Premium hybrid body
- –24MP stills resolution
- –Large L-mount lenses
Lumix ZS200
Pros
- ✓True pocket size
- ✓1-inch sensor
- ✓24–360mm zoom
Cons
- –Small sensor vs FF
- –No viewfinder grip
- –Older model
Full specifications
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Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for landscape, Lumix S1 II or Lumix ZS200?
Lumix S1 II scores 7.0/10 versus 0.0/10 for Lumix ZS200 — Full-frame sensor — wider dynamic range.
What's the resolution difference between the Lumix S1 II and Lumix ZS200?
Lumix S1 II is 24.1 MP and Lumix ZS200 is 20.1 MP, so the Lumix S1 II captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the Lumix S1 II and Lumix ZS200 have in-body image stabilization?
Lumix S1 II has 8-stop in-body image stabilization, while lumix ZS200 does not have IBIS.
Which shoots faster bursts — the Lumix S1 II or the Lumix ZS200?
Lumix S1 II reaches 70 fps electronic. Lumix ZS200 reaches 30 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the Lumix S1 II and Lumix ZS200?
Lumix S1 II weighs 800 g and Lumix ZS200 weighs 340 g, so the Lumix ZS200 is 460 g lighter.
Do the Lumix S1 II and Lumix ZS200 record 4K video?
Lumix S1 II: 6K Open Gate (max), 4K up to 120p. Lumix ZS200: 4K up to 30p.
Are the Lumix S1 II and Lumix ZS200 weather sealed?
Lumix S1 II: Yes. Lumix ZS200: No.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 350 shots (CIPA) for the Lumix S1 II and 370 shots for the Lumix ZS200, giving the Lumix ZS200 the edge.
How much does each cost?
Lumix S1 II launched at $3,199 and Lumix ZS200 at $799. The Lumix ZS200 is $2,400 less.
Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed May 2026.