FujiFilm AV200 vs Panasonic ZS8
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37 Features
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FujiFilm AV200 vs Panasonic ZS8 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Boost to 3200)
- 1280 x 720 video
- 32-96mm (F2.9-5.2) lens
- 168g - 93 x 60 x 28mm
- Introduced January 2011
- Alternate Name is FinePix AV205
(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
- Other Name is Lumix DMC-TZ18
- Replaced the Panasonic ZS7

FujiFilm AV200 vs Panasonic ZS8 Overview
Its time to look a little more closely at the FujiFilm AV200 and Panasonic ZS8, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies FujiFilm and Panasonic. The image resolution of the AV200 (14MP) and the ZS8 (14MP) is fairly similar and they come with the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

The AV200 was announced 6 months prior to the ZS8 so they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before delving through a thorough comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the AV200 matches up versus the ZS8 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

FujiFilm AV200 vs Panasonic ZS8 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for FujiFilm FinePix AV200 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS8. The whole galleries are viewable at FujiFilm AV200 Gallery and Panasonic ZS8 Gallery.
Reasons to pick FujiFilm AV200 over the Panasonic ZS8
AV200 | ZS8 |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS8 over the FujiFilm AV200
ZS8 | AV200 | |||
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Display dimension | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Common features in the FujiFilm AV200 and Panasonic ZS8
AV200 | ZS8 | |||
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Revealed | January 2011 | ![]() | July 2011 | Similar generation |
Manually focus | ![]() | No manual focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Identical display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither offers selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Neither offers Touch display |
FujiFilm AV200 vs Panasonic ZS8 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is planning to carry your camera often, you will want to think about its weight and dimensions. The FujiFilm AV200 offers physical measurements of 93mm x 60mm x 28mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs) while the Panasonic ZS8 has dimensions of 105mm x 58mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") with a weight of 210 grams (0.46 lbs).
Check the FujiFilm AV200 and Panasonic ZS8 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you select during that time. Underneath is the front view overall size comparison of the AV200 against the ZS8.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the AV200 and ZS8 is 94 and 92 respectively.

FujiFilm AV200 vs Panasonic ZS8 Sensor Comparison
Usually, its tough to see the difference between sensor sizing only by reviewing technical specs. The visual underneath will offer you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the AV200 and ZS8.
As you have seen, each of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the exact same resolution so you should expect similar quality of images but you should always factor the production date of the products into consideration.

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FujiFilm AV200 vs Panasonic ZS8 Specifications
FujiFilm FinePix AV200 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS8 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | FujiFilm | Panasonic |
Model type | FujiFilm FinePix AV200 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS8 |
Alternate name | FinePix AV205 | Lumix DMC-TZ18 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Introduced | 2011-01-05 | 2011-07-19 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | 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 surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4320 x 3240 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Highest boosted ISO | 3200 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | - | 11 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 32-96mm (3.0x) | 24-384mm (16.0x) |
Max aperture | f/2.9-5.2 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focusing range | - | 3cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display technology | TFT color LCD monitor | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 8 seconds | 60 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/1400 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0 frames/s | 2.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.50 m | 5.00 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4 |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
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 seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 168g (0.37 pounds) | 210g (0.46 pounds) |
Dimensions | 93 x 60 x 28mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.1") | 105 x 58 x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 180 pictures | 340 pictures |
Battery form | AA | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | 2 x AA | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at launch | $0 | $275 |