Canon A810 vs Panasonic ZS8
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Canon A810 vs Panasonic ZS8 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F2.8-6.9) lens
- 171g - 95 x 62 x 30mm
- Introduced February 2012
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-384mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 210g - 105 x 58 x 33mm
- Revealed July 2011
- Also referred to as Lumix DMC-TZ18
- Previous Model is Panasonic ZS7

Canon A810 vs Panasonic ZS8 Overview
Its time to look closer at the Canon A810 vs Panasonic ZS8, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Canon and Panasonic. The image resolution of the A810 (16MP) and the ZS8 (14MP) is very comparable and both cameras offer the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The A810 was released 7 months after the ZS8 which means that they are of a similar age. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before diving right into a in-depth comparison, here is a short overview of how the A810 scores against the ZS8 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Canon A810 vs Panasonic ZS8 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot A810 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS8. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon A810 Gallery & Panasonic ZS8 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon A810 over the Panasonic ZS8
A810 | ZS8 | |||
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Revealed | February 2012 | ![]() | July 2011 | Newer by 7 months |
Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS8 over the Canon A810
ZS8 | A810 | |||
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Display size | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Common features in the Canon A810 and Panasonic ZS8
A810 | ZS8 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Lack of manual focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Exact same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither has selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Neither has Touch display |
Canon A810 vs Panasonic ZS8 Physical Comparison
If you are looking to travel with your camera regularly, you need to think about its weight and proportions. The Canon A810 has external dimensions of 95mm x 62mm x 30mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 171 grams (0.38 lbs) whilst the Panasonic ZS8 has measurements of 105mm x 58mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") and a weight of 210 grams (0.46 lbs).
Take a look at the Canon A810 vs Panasonic ZS8 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are working with at that moment. Underneath is a front view overall size comparison of the A810 and the ZS8.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the A810 and ZS8 is 93 and 92 respectively.

Canon A810 vs Panasonic ZS8 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it's hard to envision the difference in sensor dimensions merely by checking out technical specs. The pic here might provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the A810 and ZS8.
As you can tell, both of these cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same resolution. You can expect to see the Canon A810 to provide more detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will enable you to crop images way more aggressively. The newer A810 will have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.

Canon A810 vs Panasonic ZS8 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon A810 vs Panasonic ZS8 Specifications
Canon PowerShot A810 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS8 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Canon | Panasonic |
Model | Canon PowerShot A810 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS8 |
Also referred to as | - | Lumix DMC-TZ18 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Introduced | 2012-02-07 | 2011-07-19 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | Venus Engine FHD |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4320 x 3240 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 24-384mm (16.0x) |
Max aperture | f/2.8-6.9 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focus range | 3cm | 3cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of display | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display technology | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 15 seconds | 60 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 1.0 frames per sec | 2.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 3.00 m | 5.00 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (25 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | H.264 | MPEG-4 |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 171 gr (0.38 lb) | 210 gr (0.46 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 95 x 62 x 30mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.2") | 105 x 58 x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 220 shots | 340 shots |
Battery type | AA | Battery Pack |
Battery model | 2 x AA | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Pricing at release | $99 | $275 |