Canon SX600 HS vs Panasonic ZS8

On this page, we will be evaluating the Canon SX600 HS vs Panasonic ZS8, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by companies Canon and Panasonic. The image resolution of the SX600 HS (16MP) and the ZS8 (14MP) is pretty well matched and both cameras have the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SX600 HS was brought out 2 years later than the ZS8 and that is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go right into a in depth comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the SX600 HS matches up versus the ZS8 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX600 HS and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS8. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon SX600 HS Gallery and Panasonic ZS8 Gallery.

In case you're looking to lug around your camera frequently, you're going to have to think about its weight and proportions. The Canon SX600 HS offers physical measurements of 104mm x 61mm x 26mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.0") with a weight of 188 grams (0.41 lbs) whilst the Panasonic ZS8 has measurements of 105mm x 58mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") with a weight of 210 grams (0.46 lbs).

See the Canon SX600 HS vs Panasonic ZS8 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are working with at that time. Here is a front view scale comparison of the SX600 HS versus the ZS8.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the SX600 HS and ZS8 is 93 and 92 respectively.

In many cases, it's tough to visualize the contrast between sensor measurements just by checking technical specs. The visual below should provide you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the SX600 HS and ZS8.

As you have seen, the two cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different MP. You should expect the Canon SX600 HS to give you more detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop photographs more aggressively. The younger SX600 HS should have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.