Panasonic
Lumix ZS200
Pocket travel zoom with 1-inch sensor and 15x Leica lens for vacations.
$799
Released Feb 2018
Sony
Alpha 7R VI
66.8MP fully-stacked full-frame high-resolution body with 30fps bursts, 8K 30p, 4K 120p, and Sony's new BIONZ XR2 engine.
$4,499
Released Jun 2026
Alpha 7R VI is 8.3 years newer.
Wins
Lumix ZS200
Wins
Alpha 7R VI
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TL;DR — Key differences
- BAlpha 7R VI has higher AF points / zones (759 vs 49)
- BAlpha 7R VI has higher RAW buffer depth (150 frames vs 14 frames)
- BAlpha 7R VI has higher Max video bit rate (600 Mbps vs 100 Mbps)
- BAlpha 7R VI has higher EVF resolution (9,437,184 vs 2,330,000)
- BAlpha 7R VI has higher 4K max frame rate (120 fps vs 30 fps)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
Lumix ZS200
111 × 66 × 45 mm
340 g (0.75 lb / 11.99 oz)
Alpha 7R VI
133 × 97 × 83 mm
713 g (1.57 lb / 25.15 oz)
Lumix ZS200 is 21mm narrower, 31mm shorter, and 38mm thinner than Alpha 7R VI.
Lumix ZS200 is 373 g lighter than Alpha 7R VI.
Depth (front-to-back): 45mm Lumix ZS200 · 83mm Alpha 7R VI
Back view, to scale
Width × Height — same proportions as the front of the body.
Lumix ZS200
111 × 66 mm
Alpha 7R VI
133 × 97 mm
Top view, to scale
Width × Depth (front-to-back) — see which body is chunkier on the table.
Lumix ZS200
111 × 45 mm
Alpha 7R VI
133 × 83 mm
Sensor size, to scale
Lumix ZS200
13.2 × 8.8 mm · 1-inch
116 mm² area
Alpha 7R VI
35.9 × 24 mm · Full Frame
862 mm² area
7.4× larger sensor area = shallower depth of field and better low-light performance.
Lens ecosystem
Native lens selection
Lumix ZS200: mount data unavailable
Alpha 7R VI
✓ more lensesSony E
350+
native lenses available
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 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 713 g — lower is better
Subject recognition
Adds Face
Reasons to choose
Alpha 7R VI
AF low-light limit
-6 EV vs -4 EV — lower is better
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 132.7, 96.9, 82.9
Card types
Adds CFexpress Type A, SDXC UHS-II
AF points / zones
759 vs 49 — higher is better
RAW buffer depth
150 frames vs 14 frames — higher is better
Max video bit rate
600 Mbps vs 100 Mbps — higher is better
Codecs
Adds XAVC HS, XAVC S, XAVC S-I…
EVF resolution
9,437,184 vs 2,330,000 — higher is better
Both cameras share
- ✓Eye AF — Both support eye af
- ✓Animal / bird AF — Both support animal / bird af
- ✓Burst (electronic) — Both 30 fps
- ✓Touchscreen — Both support touchscreen
- ✓Wi-Fi — Both support wi-fi
Pros & cons at a glance
Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.
Lumix ZS200
Pros
- ✓True pocket size
- ✓1-inch sensor
- ✓24–360mm zoom
Cons
- –Small sensor vs FF
- –No viewfinder grip
- –Older model
Alpha 7R VI
Pros
- ✓66.8MP fully-stacked Exmor RS sensor
- ✓30fps blackout-free electronic burst
- ✓8K 30p and 4K 120p video
- ✓8.5-stop in-body stabilization
- ✓9.44M-dot HDR OLED EVF
Cons
- –Very expensive
- –Large files demand fast cards and storage
- –8K workflow can be heavy
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Full specifications
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Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for landscape, Lumix ZS200 or Alpha 7R VI?
Alpha 7R VI scores 7.5/10 versus 0.0/10 for Lumix ZS200 — 66.8MP — massive detail for large prints.
What's the resolution difference between the Lumix ZS200 and Alpha 7R VI?
Lumix ZS200 is 20.1 MP and Alpha 7R VI is 66.8 MP, so the Alpha 7R VI captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the Lumix ZS200 and Alpha 7R VI have in-body image stabilization?
Lumix ZS200 does not have IBIS, while alpha 7R VI has in-body image stabilization.
Which shoots faster bursts — the Lumix ZS200 or the Alpha 7R VI?
Lumix ZS200 reaches 30 fps electronic. Alpha 7R VI reaches 30 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the Lumix ZS200 and Alpha 7R VI?
Lumix ZS200 weighs 340 g and Alpha 7R VI weighs 713 g, so the Lumix ZS200 is 373 g lighter.
Do the Lumix ZS200 and Alpha 7R VI record 4K video?
Lumix ZS200: 4K up to 30p. Alpha 7R VI: 8K (max), 4K up to 120p.
Are the Lumix ZS200 and Alpha 7R VI weather sealed?
Lumix ZS200: No. Alpha 7R VI: No.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 370 shots (CIPA) for the Lumix ZS200 and 600 shots for the Alpha 7R VI, giving the Alpha 7R VI the edge.
How much does each cost?
Lumix ZS200 launched at $799 and Alpha 7R VI at $4,499. The Lumix ZS200 is $3,700 less.
Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed May 2026.
Product images courtesy of Panasonic and Sony press materials.