FujiFilm F300EXR vs Panasonic ZS8
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FujiFilm F300EXR vs Panasonic ZS8 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200 (Raise to 12800)
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-360mm (F3.5-5.3) lens
- 215g - 104 x 59 x 33mm
- Released July 2010
- Also referred to as FinePix F305EXR
(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
- Launched July 2011
- Additionally referred to as Lumix DMC-TZ18
- Previous Model is Panasonic ZS7

FujiFilm F300EXR vs Panasonic ZS8 Overview
Below, we are matching up the FujiFilm F300EXR and Panasonic ZS8, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Panasonic. The resolution of the F300EXR (12MP) and the ZS8 (14MP) is very well matched but the F300EXR (1/2") and ZS8 (1/2.3") possess totally different sensor size.

The F300EXR was brought out 12 months earlier than the ZS8 and they are of a similar generation. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go through a complete comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the F300EXR scores versus the ZS8 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

FujiFilm F300EXR vs Panasonic ZS8 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for FujiFilm FinePix F300EXR and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS8. The entire galleries are viewable at FujiFilm F300EXR Gallery and Panasonic ZS8 Gallery.
Reasons to pick FujiFilm F300EXR over the Panasonic ZS8
F300EXR | ZS8 | |||
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Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper display (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS8 over the FujiFilm F300EXR
ZS8 | F300EXR | |||
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Launched | July 2011 | ![]() | July 2010 | Newer by 12 months |
Common features in the FujiFilm F300EXR and Panasonic ZS8
F300EXR | ZS8 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display dimension | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Identical display size |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Lack of Touch display |
FujiFilm F300EXR vs Panasonic ZS8 Physical Comparison
When you are planning to travel with your camera regularly, you're going to have to factor its weight and measurements. The FujiFilm F300EXR features exterior dimensions of 104mm x 59mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 215 grams (0.47 lbs) while the Panasonic ZS8 has proportions of 105mm x 58mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") with a weight of 210 grams (0.46 lbs).
Compare the FujiFilm F300EXR and Panasonic ZS8 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are using at the time. The following is the front view dimension comparison of the F300EXR compared to the ZS8.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the F300EXR and ZS8 is 91 and 92 respectively.

FujiFilm F300EXR vs Panasonic ZS8 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is tough to see the gap between sensor dimensions only by looking at specifications. The picture here may provide you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the F300EXR and ZS8.
To sum up, both of those cameras posses different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The F300EXR because of its larger sensor will make achieving shallower depth of field less difficult and the Panasonic ZS8 will resolve more detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop pics somewhat more aggressively. The more aged F300EXR is going to be disadvantaged in sensor tech.

FujiFilm F300EXR vs Panasonic ZS8 Screen and ViewFinder


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FujiFilm F300EXR vs Panasonic ZS8 Specifications
FujiFilm FinePix F300EXR | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS8 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | FujiFilm | Panasonic |
Model | FujiFilm FinePix F300EXR | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS8 |
Also referred to as | FinePix F305EXR | Lumix DMC-TZ18 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2010-07-21 | 2011-07-19 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | EXR | Venus Engine FHD |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.4 x 4.8mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 30.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4320 x 3240 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Max boosted ISO | 12800 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-360mm (15.0x) | 24-384mm (16.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.5-5.3 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focus distance | 5cm | 3cm |
Crop factor | 5.6 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of screen | 460k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Screen technology | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 8 seconds | 60 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 2.0fps | 2.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 3.20 m | 5.00 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video 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 proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 215g (0.47 lb) | 210g (0.46 lb) |
Dimensions | 104 x 59 x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") | 105 x 58 x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 | - | 340 images |
Battery form | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NP-50 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Pricing at launch | $280 | $275 |