FujiFilm JX300 vs Panasonic ZS8

Following is a extensive assessment of the FujiFilm JX300 vs Panasonic ZS8, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers FujiFilm and Panasonic. The resolution of the JX300 (14MP) and the ZS8 (14MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras offer the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The JX300 was announced 6 months before the ZS8 so they are of a similar generation. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go right into a detailed comparison, here is a brief summary of how the JX300 matches up vs the ZS8 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for FujiFilm FinePix JX300 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS8. The whole galleries are available at FujiFilm JX300 Gallery and Panasonic ZS8 Gallery.

In case you're looking to carry around your camera, you should factor in its weight and measurements. The FujiFilm JX300 has got external dimensions of 94mm x 56mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 130 grams (0.29 lbs) whilst 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).

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Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are working with at the time. Following is a front view dimensions comparison of the JX300 against the ZS8.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the JX300 and ZS8 is 95 and 92 respectively.

Generally, it can be difficult to imagine the gap between sensor sizes simply by reading through specs. The image below will give you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the JX300 and ZS8.

As you can plainly see, each of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the same exact resolution so you should expect similar quality of photographs but you may want to consider the release date of the products into consideration.