Canon A2100 IS vs Panasonic ZS8

On this page, we are reviewing the Canon A2100 IS and Panasonic ZS8, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Canon and Panasonic. The resolution of the A2100 IS (12MP) and the ZS8 (14MP) is fairly similar and both cameras boast the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The A2100 IS was announced 3 years prior to the ZS8 which is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before diving straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a concise summation of how the A2100 IS matches up against the ZS8 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot A2100 IS and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS8. The whole galleries are provided at Canon A2100 IS Gallery and Panasonic ZS8 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to travel with your camera regularly, you will need to take into account its weight and size. The Canon A2100 IS enjoys physical measurements of 102mm x 64mm x 32mm (4.0" x 2.5" x 1.3") having a weight of 185 grams (0.41 lbs) while the Panasonic ZS8 has specifications of 105mm x 58mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") along with a weight of 210 grams (0.46 lbs).

Look at the Canon A2100 IS and Panasonic ZS8 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are using during that time. The following is a front view measurement comparison of the A2100 IS and the ZS8.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the A2100 IS and ZS8 is 92 and 92 respectively.

Quite often, its tough to visualize the difference between sensor dimensions only by reading specs. The image here may give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the A2100 IS and ZS8.

As you can plainly see, both of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions but different megapixels. You should anticipate the Panasonic ZS8 to offer you greater detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop pics a bit more aggressively. The more aged A2100 IS is going to be behind when it comes to sensor tech.