Canon S95 vs Panasonic ZS8

On this page, we will be analyzing the Canon S95 versus Panasonic ZS8, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Canon and Panasonic. There is a big difference among the sensor resolutions of the S95 (10MP) and ZS8 (14MP) and the S95 (1/1.7") and ZS8 (1/2.3") posses different sensor sizes.

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The S95 was launched 7 months before the ZS8 so they are of a similar generation. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the S95 grades versus the ZS8 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot S95 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS8. The complete galleries are available at Canon S95 Gallery and Panasonic ZS8 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to travel with your camera frequently, you are going to need to consider its weight and size. The Canon S95 features exterior measurements of 100mm x 58mm x 30mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.2") with a weight of 195 grams (0.43 lbs) while the Panasonic ZS8 has specifications of 105mm x 58mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") having a weight of 210 grams (0.46 lbs).

Check the Canon S95 versus Panasonic ZS8 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are employing during that time. Here is a front view scale comparison of the S95 versus the ZS8.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the S95 and ZS8 is 93 and 92 respectively.

Generally, it is difficult to imagine the difference in sensor dimensions simply by seeing technical specs. The pic underneath will help offer you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the S95 and ZS8.

As you can tell, the two cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The S95 due to its bigger sensor is going to make shooting shallower DOF easier and the Panasonic ZS8 will produce more detail utilizing its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop shots more aggressively. The more aged S95 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.