Lumix ZS200 vs LX100 vs FZ1000 Best Travel Camera!

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6 жыл бұрын

The new Lumix ZS200 is the love child of super zoom FZ1000, the big bridge camera from Panasonic, and its compact mini zoom LX100. All shoot fantastic 4K video but what compromises were made to stuff the best of the LX100 and FZ1000 into a true pocket camera for travellers? This review will give you the info you need to decide to move up or stay with your old camera.

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@giogiordano9855 3 жыл бұрын

You are the Bob Ross of camera comparisons. Thank you so much for reviewing the cameras I have been looking at for travel.

@NorthOlbo 3 жыл бұрын

That my friend, is one of the finest compliments anyone has ever given me on KZfaq!

@anluong4520 5 жыл бұрын

Fz1000 still rocks after those years. Definitely a beast, love mine so much.

@LogicPTK 6 жыл бұрын

Great comparison! I have the fz-1000 myself and always looking at comparisons, I think you covered most, if not all of the things I look for in a great camera. Top notch!! 🤘

@jenalevasseur 4 жыл бұрын

I've been researching for days reading technical specs and reviews and watching so many videos that I feel totally burned out! Your video however, made my decision easy and perfectly clear! Straight to the point with comparisons. Thank you so much!

@NorthOlbo 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much. These review vids are so important to our decisions, I appreciate the effort people put into the objective and well made ones. Not just selling the latest tech but sorting out the good value, especially with excellent “older” cameras that can be bought for great prices and still meet all our needs.

@lolabunny13 Жыл бұрын

Same here!! It’s a pocket camera, most reviews are comparing it to professional photography and photographers lol

@WiseGuy02 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you for reviewing its photo capability. Most reviews are just on the 4k video.

@StuartPetillion Жыл бұрын

Was not expecting to have my town be the test subject for the video comparison, another Victoria boy here!

@NorthOlbo Жыл бұрын

Such a photogenic city among its many assets! Thanks for watching.

@jjccllgg 5 жыл бұрын

Thank you for your review! I have the Leica C-Lux, very similar. Great crisp pictures and insane zoom, with quality. I love the optical viewfinder (i am near sighted) and I can adjust it verty well.

@SergeGolikov 5 жыл бұрын

You voice and layed back style, is so soothing it nearly rocked me to sleep LOL in a good way 👍 I love my FZ1000 and LX100 for 4K work as well as the FZ300. LUMIX reign supreme in the video field, and especially with the built in Timelapse features.

@ramipo1 2 жыл бұрын

Yes i also got to sleep with his voice

@whshome 4 жыл бұрын

Great analysis, you just convinced me to keep my ZS 200 for a few more years.

@wisecitizenry2844 3 жыл бұрын

Now this is a great review! Unlike the other guy that just reads the manual and looks at himself constantly! Strong work on the comparisons! Thanks again for a great review!

@NorthOlbo 3 жыл бұрын

Wow, thanks!

@cahoonm 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for review. I have both the LX100 and ZS200. I am novice point and shoot guy. I bought both cameras for our trip to Scotland 2019. The ZS200 for me was easier to handle so wife took that and I used the LX100. Great pictures on both plus our cells lol. Thanks aagin

@andreatilli6227 Жыл бұрын

Do you still have both? I got lx100 and was thinking to buy tz200 or tz100 for my gf :)

@cahoonm Жыл бұрын

@@andreatilli6227 Yes but in storage. took great pictures. Good luck

@mylulac 10 ай бұрын

Best review I've seen! Thanks. And you voice is wonderful, calming and southing.

@NorthOlbo 10 ай бұрын

Thanks so much! KZfaq is a fantastic resource for people, I’m amazed by the effort made to create objective, thoughtful and informative reviews. Sure there is garbage too, but its generally easy to tell the useful stuff. I’m glad you found it helpful, and nice to listen to! :)

@rwpgng 6 жыл бұрын

Thanks for doing the comparison.

@susanf1886 6 жыл бұрын

Enormously helpful in understanding tradoffs and benefits of the different cameras. -- wonderful visual comparisons of image quality under different conditions. Thank you for your thoughtful, incisive review.

@NorthOlbo 6 жыл бұрын

What a constructive and supportive comment! Unlike the "pro" reviews I try to look at how we'd use these in real life, we forget settings, get lost in menus, lose the manual, not so hung up on RAW versus jpeg. More about convenience, value, quality and how intuitive it is. Pretty much what we think about when trying to decide on what to buy in a fairly high end camera (for a pocket). I appreciate your leaving the comment, thanks!

@susanf1886 6 жыл бұрын

Thank you for providing such useful info and insights for the "amateur enthusiasts like me.

@JRMoritz 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the review. I keep going between the Panasonic and the Sony. I have an older Panasonic right now.

@Icelandlover 6 жыл бұрын

Very helpful and well done. Thank you!

@nev7711 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much for a posting the video. Great techniques used to compare and all the main points covered. Presently have an old Nikon DSLR and need a more portable camera. The ZS200 seems to be the one for me. Leica lens as well.

@johnjkj4 6 жыл бұрын

Fantastic video 👍👍👍

@stanvisualseychelles932 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for your fantastic comparison. Really enjoyed it. I have the fz1000 and its the best camera I've owned in 4 years and still working great. Will definitely get the zs200 to carry around. Its hard to find a pocket size camera with that zoom range. Keep up the good work

@NorthOlbo 3 жыл бұрын

thanks! I'm waiting for some ground breaking new cameras to review but the FZ2500 (the upgrade replacement to the FZ1000) and ZS200 still hold their own well. A great pair.

@SebAnt 3 жыл бұрын

What an excellent video comparison !! thank you 🙏🏽

@NorthOlbo 3 жыл бұрын

Glad it helped!

@user-yr5fq7fd6f 4 жыл бұрын

Best test, thank you!

@victormilla 5 жыл бұрын

Great vídeo . Good Job

@damian_jpc 5 жыл бұрын

EXCELLENT VIDEO THANK YOU

@monitor4208 9 ай бұрын

That’s exactly the review I was looking for. I will go for the Z200 or TZ202 as they name it in Europe. Thx for the video.

@dmitrychoobise 2 ай бұрын

600€ kostet?

@sojourner57 3 жыл бұрын

I know this is late to the party, but excellent, excellent work. I’m dumping my Sony Alpha 900 and Minolta lenses for two travel cameras: I already have the Canon G5X Mk2 arriving this week: nice, wide lens for low light and small size with a moderate zoom. Looking for a second bridge camera for extended zoom. FZ1000 Mk2 is on the mix, as well as the ZS200. Thank you.

@Sanya777spb 5 жыл бұрын

ZS200 not have competitors with such a zoom 10x+ and 1 "+ compact? Nice review and comparison, thank you.

@NorthOlbo 4 жыл бұрын

@ContentCreator Жыл бұрын

Excellent 👌🏻

@FanOWater Жыл бұрын

Very well done! Thanks.

@NorthOlbo Жыл бұрын

Thank you too!

@fingerhorn4 Жыл бұрын

Excellent review. I have the FZ1000 mark 2 and its lens is brilliant, as is the stabilisation, resolution and features. However it is heavy and very large, but still better than carrying a DSLR around plus multiple lenses. The ZS 200 would be almost perfect as a travel camera except that many find its lens just too soft with no way to sharpen it in the menus. There's too much processing going on leading to a smearing of the image in low light and higher ISO. The FZ1000 deals with low light a lot better.

@NorthOlbo Жыл бұрын

I agree with everything you said (and I also have the second version of the FZ1000, now FZ2500, and it rocks!). Yes the ZS200 lens comprises a bit to get that zoom with a 1” sensor, if it was a smaller sensor you would get a “higher” effective zoom. But I’ll take the 1” sensor anyway over zoom. Stealth and weight for a camera may be very important for you, depends where you are travelling. If i was backpacking or in dodgy bits of Europe, ZS200, rental car in Scotland, FZ1000 aye laddie!

@pcango8694 6 жыл бұрын

Awesome Video. The ZS200 is almost the perfect travel camera, but not having an flip out screen was a deal breaker for me. Keeping the ZS100 and adding LX10 or RX100MK4

@volimvolim1 6 жыл бұрын

funny I hate flip or movable screen

@MorkusReX 5 жыл бұрын

Are you happy with the ZS100?

@lolabunny13 Жыл бұрын

I have the flip on my r6 and never use it.

@JonathanSanJuan 5 жыл бұрын

Good comparison! I am looking at exactly these 3 cameras! Have you tried the time lapse if you can set it while zoomed in? Canon G5X defaults to widest when night sky /Star trails are the subject. I hope these 3 have a little more flexibility.

@NorthOlbo 5 жыл бұрын

I just tried it out. Zoomed in it can still do time lapse (the ZS200). I don’t know about the LX100 as I no longer have it. Sony’s “Star Trails” time lapse effect is very cool but not on the Panasonic.

@trbarton743 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for your video. If you were to pick one camera which one would you pick & why? Like the ability to add filters & lens hood.

@NorthOlbo 3 жыл бұрын

Since I did this video a few years ago the camera world has moved forward and the FZ2500 replacement to the FZ1000 is a better featured option. But...as a travel camera specifically, the ZS200 still rules for size and zoom. No filters option (well not easily, there are 3rd party add ons but I wouldn't mess with those) or lens hood. Yes thats a shame. But the only filter I think that cant be made up in editing software are ND filters to slow video down and create a nicer looking effect, or if you want to do slow exposure photos (waterfalls etc). There are ways to stack photos to create the soft water motion effect without the ND filters (youtube is full of examples) but that ND filter is an issue to bring down bright sunny exposures to 1/50 or 1/60 second exposure for smooth looking video. The FZ2500 has those built in which is nice, but not the older ZS200. Perhaps Panasonic has changed that in current models? If so it would be a GREAT travel camera and my first choice. Thanks for your comment!

@fsoliver 4 жыл бұрын

great video. where did you get the small leather pouch for the camera battery? or just what brand and I will look it up. Thx!

@pcareyyoga1005 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks! I buy those little pouches at dollar stores. Nothing special. probably was a coin purse or some use like that.

@SoundBarrierEntertainment 5 жыл бұрын

Good video helped me choose what to get. Any sony cameras that you would recommend for quality comparison to the 200... THANKS

@NorthOlbo 5 жыл бұрын

I really like the optics and features of Sony cameras but their menu system and controls are horrible. They have settings that contradict each other in the menus, menu items that are randomly distributed without a sense of utility, and Ive seen this on numerous Sony cameras. If you watch other youtube reviews of Sony you’ll see the same reaction. It really defies description why such good cameras would be so chronically limited by bad menu engineering. If the controls on the camera were self reliant and didnt need the menu it would be different, but EVERY camera now relies on good menu layout and intelligence. Although Panasonic can be overwhelming at first you quickly figure out the 25% of stuff you need to know and can safely forget the rest. In any case, I wouldn’t go less than a 1” sensor on any camera that you need great images, low light and ability to crop in. Good luck! And thanks....

@SoundBarrierEntertainment 5 жыл бұрын

NorthOlbo thanks .. what a qu8ck response too

@dmitrychoobise 2 ай бұрын

I'm thinking about what is better to take, a phone with a 1" sensor or a Panasonic tz200

@Jorg05111980 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the great review. Unfortunately for me, the constant swallowing/sniffing other sounds etc. did really distract. Perhaps something for your next videos. Keep up the great job for us!

@flakeu 3 жыл бұрын

I had a LX100 since the day it got released, loved it but dust got sucked in and I had to pay for too many sensor cleaning. Then I got the ZS100 and aloth I miss the F1.7 and the bigger sensor for DOF the rest of the camera is surprisingly good. The only thing I would have done differently is removed the viewfinder which is way too small for me with my glasses to use anyway, remove the flash, and put an articulated screen for more incospicious hip shooting.

@NorthOlbo 3 жыл бұрын

Great comments! Thanks...

@dibley001 5 жыл бұрын

Great review. I've owned a TZ5 and TZ60 (ZS40 in North America?) and now own an LX100. I've also used by daughter's FZ150 and FZ1000 so played with lots of these cameras. It looks like Panasonic have hit a sweet spot with the ZS200. But the reason I bought the LX100 was a hankering for the retro feel of the camera. I love the full manual control and the fact that you can see and adjust the aperture, shutter and exposure compensation with real dials! Just like my old Pentax MX. I've customised the Q menu and FN buttons for the other things that are important to me. I'm forgetful - I need the physical dials to remind me how the camera is set. And it's a bargain if you get the right offer. Image quality is good (although not up to the other two cameras here, on the evidence) and the lens's ability to control depth of field and deliver in low light are winners for me. Lack of zoom has forced me to start focusing on a different type of photography and I'm really enjoying working on streetscapes, portraits and wider landscapes. None of these make it the best camera of the bunch but, if what drives you is learning about technique, it could still be a very good choice.

@NorthOlbo 5 жыл бұрын

dibley001 I agree with you! Feature to feature new almost always beats old...especially zoom technology. But Like you, I really like setting dials on the camera and not using electronic switches. My ideal camera would be the ZS200 zoom on the LX100 form. That would be sweet! Oh, keep the touch sensitive back too...that works really well. Thanks for your thoughtful comments.

@adrinathegreat3095 5 жыл бұрын

Fz1000 is a fantastic camera, but it's about the size of a dslr, the tz100 is slightly faster than the tz200, both of which will fit in a jacket pocket. Lx100 bigger sensor, little zoom, just about fits in jacket pocket. Depends what you want

@daniilkolpakov2004 6 жыл бұрын

I wouldn't say it's correct to call ZS200 a camera which "replaces LX100". There is not much in common between ZS200 and LX100. LX100 is a 4/3 compact fixed-lens fast-aperture small-range-zoom. The closest camera to LX100 which is more modern is LX-10/LX-15 which is 1-inch compact fixed-lens fast-aperture small-range-zoom. ZS200 is a slow-aperture compact super-zoom which is more close to ZS100, if you look for an older similar model.

@volimvolim1 6 жыл бұрын

you are confusing the 10 with 100 versions

@vincenzeberl7060 Жыл бұрын

"Used Victoria" has a ZS200 for $450, I'm thinking about buying it, great videos btw.

@NorthOlbo Жыл бұрын

still my favourite carry on baggage travel camera! Especially these days where you dont want to check bags. I just came back from a week trip where i shot mostly 4K video and have been pulling 8MB stills out to make into single pictures. The handheld stabilization worked well to give some good photos, better than the video actually. Mind you, I really like my FZ2500 if I dont care about weight, but it stays on the shelf most of the time. The best camera is the one you have with you. Thanks for you comment!

@vincenzeberl7060 Жыл бұрын

@@NorthOlbo , I did buy it today, I'm really looking forward to using it, this time of the year is good for transient killer whales close shore, maybe I'll get something on video. Have a good night :)

@TravelsByTrike 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the video but under the operation setting menu I can't get the control ring or the top dial to control exposure compensation in manual mode. I have the top dial set for exposure and it works in Program mode. What am I doing wrong that it doesn't work in manual mode?

@pjaiivercetti8102 5 жыл бұрын

If its anything like my dmc cm1. I found out in manual exposure mode. Exposure is automatically controlled.

@robertcrumley007 2 жыл бұрын

@@pjaiivercetti8102 In "manual" mode, exposure is controlled with the normal 3 functions, f-stop, shutter speed and ISO. If you want under exposure, just adjust one of these, just like you would with a "manual" camera.

@netroman28 3 жыл бұрын

I’m quite curious why you didn’t highlight that the LX100 has a bigger sensor , when comparing night shots not using zoomed. It would have been nice to see more when it comes to sensor low light quality that does not rely on megapixel and zooming in. Just a thought as felt like you started the video with the ZS200 going to be the clear winner. Would have liked more comparison for non-zoom images

@NorthOlbo 3 жыл бұрын

Good point!

@dnvlogs4390 Жыл бұрын

This is easy the best comparisons I’ve seen on camera zoom especially,should I get the z200

@NorthOlbo Жыл бұрын

I use the ZS200 for ALL my travels. They say the best camera is the one you have to take a picture, and nothing beats it for size/zoom/sensor. It’s probably been replaced by now so some excellent deals will be on the used/resale market. Thanks fo commenting.

@windchaser333 3 жыл бұрын

I am looking for a compact zoom camera mainly for the zoom feature which is the one thing I really miss when taking photos with my iphone. I am a serious photo hobbyist and this will be my first compact zoom camera. You made this video in 2018, do you think the ZS 200 still stacks up as an excellent choice now in 2021?

@NorthOlbo 3 жыл бұрын

Thats a great question, so many camera “series” make steady improvements each year and the ZS200 probably has too. That said, I’ve upgraded my FZ1000 to its much better twin the FZ2500, but its not that compact. I still use my ZS200 all the time, love the 4K video and travel friendly size. It would have to be a BIG improvement to make me want to upgrade it, like a major increase in the sensor quality or big zoom increase. Still, its a great camera probably available second hand for peanuts now. Thanks for commenting.

@awallace0002 6 жыл бұрын

Great video. Any experience with the ZS70 vs ZS200?

@NorthOlbo 6 жыл бұрын

Good idea but i didnt have the ZS70. I just came from a three week, carry on only trip to Spain and the ZS200 performed great. Shot a LOT of 4K video (yikes 128 GB! so bring extra cards) and stills. I set the front ring to quickly adjust ISO up or down to “smooth” out the choppy video that gets created by short exposures in bright sttings. Makes for sweeter video. If I was shooting 4K for pulling out photos later and left the ISO high for short, sharp frames. It worked really well for great flamenco action shots. I never used a camera case and bumping the power switch on is easy to do. But it was definitely in my pocket and the zoom came in use frequently for people/street shots. Night shots I cranked the ISO to 12000+, lots of noise but got great shots without a flash.

@MorkusReX 5 жыл бұрын

NorthOlbo can you share some of these photos please?

@Lepewhi 6 жыл бұрын

I think that the LX100 and the ZS200 are in a different category from the FZ1000. The first two are more for putting in a pocket or small bag for quick shots. Whereas the FZ1000 has more custom settings and controls that make it for someone that is more interested in controlling the photos/videos. Both have value. I would say take the FZ1000 for creativity and ZS200 for portability. I think they fit into different niches.

@NorthOlbo 6 жыл бұрын

Lepewhi Thanks for your thoughtful comment. You are right about form factor and controls being different, but much of the “guts” is shared, sensor, photo size, 4K video etc. With the zoom capability creeping up on the smaller cameras the need for the big “DSLR” sized bridge camera is less. Zoom is really the only major feature that seperates the pocketable cameras from the incredible quality of cellphone cameras, so why carry both? Cellphones do a great job, have 4K video, stabilized, decent ISO for such a small sensor, share images easier, and are always there. The world of cameras seems to be evolving into cameras with high zoom capacity and cellphones.

@Lepewhi 6 жыл бұрын

Sure I understand that they have the same sensor and that zooms are going farther in smaller form factors. But, my point is that the fz1000 has more options for creative controls and customization. I know that some cellphones have excellent IQ. But, at least mine doesn't zoom far and as often as it's been dropped, I can't see myself spending €1000 on a phone that might have more options. So, when I travel, I take a m4/3 and a point and shoot. I use them for different reasons. One to be creative and the other for grab shots. My phone is for making hotel reservations.

@MorkusReX 5 жыл бұрын

NorthOlbo wow. Finally someone who sees things as they are. Every time I say the exact same thing in photography forums, everyone loses their minds. "cell phones will never replace...." blah blah.. I just sold my FZ1000 because of the size and looking for a lighter / smaller replacement. To be honest, my phone handles dynamic range better than the FZ1000 with Google's HDR+ algorithm, but of course it loses in detail, speed and zoom. Now I'm thinking of to get the TZ200 or wait for a longer reach on the upcoming SX70 and maybe even the FZ400. For now I'm just with my phone until I find my next camera. I also miss GPS in cameras (I use it to search photos in my total collection) but I don't think they will bring it back.

@NorthOlbo 5 жыл бұрын

Gal Along those lines I have the new Nikon P1000 superzoom “bridge”camera on order and will do a comparison against the FZ1000. Its ridiculously long optical zoom (24-3000...yes 3000!) maybe hits the limits of photographic reach before atmospheric turbulence and shake degrades image. F-stops suffer a bit, but I use my full telephoto on the FZ1000 all the time. I like the Canon superzooms too, but have stayed in the Panasonic “family” as I’m comfortable with the menus and logic. I think you are on the right idea though, stay tuned for the review to see if its worth ditching the FZ1000!

@MorkusReX 5 жыл бұрын

NorthOlbo oh the FZ1000 was ditches few days ago. Sold it for 520 USD. I know the P1000, been following the 900 photography groups for 2 years. I used to be a Canon guy for 10 years, then I had my first Panasonic and now I feel the same as remembering I used to use an iPhone once. Canon is Apple, Panasonic is Android. Panasonic let's you control everything and I love it. Canon likes to limit your options and save features for more expensive models. Can't wait for you P1000 review /comparisons.

@michielcu Жыл бұрын

Thank you for your review, I'm currently owning the Sony HX90 30x travelzoom camera. What I dislike about this camera is the lack of details when makeing a photo in low light situations. I understand this is caused by the small 1/2.3 sensor. Would upgrading to the TZ200 be a right step for me to take, in order to upgrade the quality of my low light pics? Hope you can answer that question. Thanks!

@NorthOlbo Жыл бұрын

Thanks for your inquiry. the 1” sensor in the Tz200 has a capture area of about 123 sq. mm, the 1/2.3 sensor of the Sony is an area of about 25 sq. mm. You can see what a HUGE difference it makes, in low light, ISO range, image quality for cropping etc. The small sensor works well in smartphone cameras and small size (and high zoom) cameras, but fails for exactly the reason you are describing. So yes, go for the upgrade.

@NorthOlbo Жыл бұрын

@michielcu Жыл бұрын

@@NorthOlbo Thanks a lot for in input, one more question if you don't mind. How would you rate the TZ200 vs TZ100 would it be worth spending 200 euros extra on the new TZ200 ? Thanks

@NorthOlbo Жыл бұрын

@@michielcu No problem! There are a number of small tweaks in the upgraded TZ200 over the TZ100, but the BIG difference is the much longer zoom. The two cameras share the same sensor, focus system etc, but the bigger zoom really puts you into shots, wildlife, people, sports etc. No one ever complains about too much zoom, as long as the rest of the camera keeps up with a good sensor, nice handling, good screen and controls. The TZ200 has minor improvments in these areas as well. So yeah, if you can afford it you should go the extra money for the camera. It offers so much in such a small shape, thats a lot of power in your pocket. Cheers!

@kevrayo12 Жыл бұрын

Did you end up buying the tz200? Curious... im on the market for a zoom compact camera im not sure which to choose. Canon 740hs sony hx99 or the tz200

@archer242 4 жыл бұрын

Hello do you have footage or samples of the LX100 at 24mm to its longest Digital Zoom ? If not how is the quality at its digital Zoom?

@NorthOlbo 4 жыл бұрын

I dont have that camera anymore so I cant help you, maybe another you tuber can point you towards a video review. In general the digital zooms are dependant on the MP density of its sensor. The 13 MP sensor on the LX100 doesnt give it much room to interpolate between the pixels to give a high resolution image. So, unlikely to ever match its 20 MP cousins in the digital zoom. Thanks for commenting, I’m sure others have had the same question.

@yoichifranck3753 3 жыл бұрын

what a great job what a meticulous review but i disagree with you concerning Iphone those phone after some time iPhone get Slow just crap

@anthonyclarke3812 Жыл бұрын

Sorry i thought the zs200 replaced the zs100 and the lx100ii replaced the lx100

@cubalibre51 6 жыл бұрын

Cool! In what mode do you shoot? M, A, S or P?

@NorthOlbo 6 жыл бұрын

cubalibre51 Thanks! Right now for photos I mostly shoot in A or aperture mode. There is a narrow band of f stops so by picking one (6.3), then I can let the camera pick from a near infinite range of shutter speeds. I set the front “control ring” to adjust ISO, so I can either leave it on auto for quick snaps or pick an ISO to force it quickly into a fast or slow shutter speed. But...if i”m mostly shooting video, it looks best at 30 frames/sec with a 1/60 sec shutter speed. Its the nicest.smoothest video. So I’ll shoot in S at 1/60, set ISO to auto and let camera pick aperture unless I have a depth of field concern. I’m still learning this camera’s sweet spots so hopefully I’ll have another video on that later.

@NorthOlbo 6 жыл бұрын

Depends...in video I shoot S for shutter trying to keep a shutter speed as close to 1/60 sec at 30 FPS as possible (best looking video). If taking photos I want fast shutter speed usually so go A for Aperture, wide open, let ISO float in auto mode. The ZS200 is al about shooting 4K video and pulling out 8 MP frames later for photos so either actually works, although the slower 1/60 may make for blurry photos. Looks Ok in video, not so much in photos. Thanks for the comment and question!

@dragonfist25 5 жыл бұрын

12:38 That 4K photo tho.. 👌

@NorthOlbo 4 жыл бұрын

I know! You could NOT take that picture as a still, almost impossible to time a lightning flash. But with continuous 4K video, that one lucky frame captures it. I use 4K mostly for portraits! I leave the video running and have people think thoughts, make faces, I ask questions. In two minutes you’ll have hundreds of amazing micro-adjustments, that when looked at frame by frame will have several fantastic, natural and professional looking portraits.

@Haroon65 4 жыл бұрын

@@NorthOlbo But 8 MP only

@jchangesqlawcenter 6 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the comparison. I really got a lot out of it. One note of confusion: Your 4k video samples towards the end of your video is confusing. You voice over talks as if the videos are ZS200 and talk about optical stabilization, but the caption says LX100 throughout (which doesn't have video stabilization). In your final rating you gave higher rating for 4k video for ZS200 than LX100. So which camera were those videos taken with?

@NorthOlbo 6 жыл бұрын

A very useful comment. It is a little confusing in that those last clips of the skydivers, planes, lightning were shot on the LX100. They were more to show the quality in that camera even with a smaller sensor. It does stabilize in 1080p mode, just not 4K. The 4K in the ZS200 will have a better rendering data rate, sensor size, photo MP. That said, the small discrete nature of the LX100, lens fully extended, will never appear "intimidating", unlike the long snoot of the ZS200, never the big honking FZ1000 with a lens hood on. The higher density sensor of the ZS200 should allow better cropping options in both 4K and photos. Add that to the zoom and more photo freedom is allowed. I so wish Panasonic hadn't cheated out on the articulating screen too, as well as no mike jack. In such an expensive camera!!! But I'm making a video on how to get better outside sound from the ZS200 (or any pocket camera) in the wind that may help out. Thanks again for pointing that out.

@jchangesqlawcenter 6 жыл бұрын

NorthOlbo thank you for your response. I ended up buying the Lx100 as my first real camera. After hours of research and your response here, I just had to pull the trigger, because there are SO MANY CHOICES.

@NorthOlbo 6 жыл бұрын

Jacob Chang Still a good choice. I really liked the LX100’s feel as a “photgraphers camera”. By that I mean that you can quickly set the mode, shutter speed and aperture on the camera, that control is so useful for control of blur and depth of field, and motion capture. I let the ISO float on Auto as I let the camera decide that after I picked f stop and speed. If I was exposing for shadows or highlights I could also quickly shift the exposure up or down with the adjustment ring on the top. Those things are all possible in the ZS200 but buried down a level in the touch screen menus. Just that much more messing around. I have just finished a video on improving sound in the wind from those tiny mikes on the camera. Although I use a ZS200 the same tips will work for the LX100 or any camera with buried top mikes. Wad up a small piece of soft cloth (l use lens cloth but probably even kleenex would work), attach with an elastic and you’ll get a big improvement in wind howl reduction and improved clarity of actual sound. Have a look at my channel over the next day or two for the video and examples. Have fun with your choice...the LX100 is still a solid performer.

@jchangesqlawcenter 6 жыл бұрын

NorthOlbo thanks for the tip. I'll subscribe and go through your videos. As a total beginner, I can definitely use guidance.

@craigbeas6111 2 жыл бұрын

Wish it had a tilting screen such a shame

@khoopl644 5 жыл бұрын

Hi May I know ZS200 is named as TZ220 is Asia?

@NorthOlbo 5 жыл бұрын

I think you are correct.

@jimhardiman3836 3 жыл бұрын

The problem with those lenses is that they get stuck.

@thegman7715 6 жыл бұрын

You can now get a magnetic lens that is threaded for the ZS200 at monopod.com

@MC-sk5ez 3 жыл бұрын

That link doesn’t work.

@christopherstevenson9737 4 жыл бұрын

Nice comparison...but why compare the massive FZ100 (a super zoom bridge camera) to these compacts? Also, as mentioned the LX100 is a high end advanced shooter camera. Very different cameras. The Sony rx100 is more similar to compare...good video composition job!!!

@NorthOlbo 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the comments. Even though the size/zoom are quite different most photographers are forced into the choice between big zoom and sensor versus small zoom/sensor but better portability for travel. Hence the “odd” comparison between the FZ1000 and the others. You are also right about the Sony, but now you have made the choice to go to the smaller form/zoom and its down to features and function of the two very similar cameras. I’ve had both, not the very recent series 7 RX100, but the 4. I sure hope Sony has improved their menu, its convoluted and deeply buried controls spoiled the overall feel of a great camera.

@Lizerator Жыл бұрын

I might have had a bad copy but my zs200 had terrible image quality. Big disappointment.

@guyh282 6 жыл бұрын

completely unrelated to the subject of the video, which is BTW very informative - you should try making ASMR videos, you have a relaxing voice, maybe start by watching the "gentlewhispers" channel to understand what I'm talking about...

@NorthOlbo 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks! Maybe I’ll make a hypnosis video...you are getting very sleeeeepy....

@guyh282 5 жыл бұрын

Yeah, I know, it's an odd suggestion, and ASMR is a bit strange when you first encounter it, but it is a lot of fun when you find the ASMR content that works for you.. it can be anything from role play (which I personally mostly find strange and imposing) to the sound of rubbing 2 plastic bottles together to someone just telling you about their day or ...say...their favorite camera or favorite photography locations etc.

@filmeninhetopenbaar 5 жыл бұрын

Hi everyone!, curious for more 4K footage of the Panasonic FZ1000? See: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/odaWecV3q5m3Yas.html

@donvittoriophoto 6 жыл бұрын

Shhh, not so loud.

@nyrubin 6 жыл бұрын

Gx850 takes the win lol

@JavierPhotoMX 4 жыл бұрын

Rubin lopez not a pocket camera

@roms4277 Жыл бұрын

The LX100 have a problem ! I own the GH4 and LX100 and the photos and videos are exactly similar, my friend own the FZ1000 and no comparaison, the LX100 is really better, looks the video on KZfaq, your LX100 have a problem of autofocus...

@NorthOlbo Жыл бұрын

I agree about the LX100 searches in autofocus, especially in low light, low contrast settings. This is not uncommon in these cameras and can be very frustrating. I wish there was a setting that would “lock” the autofocus into a far mode or a near mode, so it wouldn’t rack back and forth trying to focus. I disagree about the LX100 optics being better than the FZ1000, I have the charts and data to support that. The LX100 zoom is great but gives up a little sharpness to get that big range. However, its size takes care of that compromise, I still think its the best pocket traveller out there. Thanks for your comment!