FujiFilm JZ500 vs Panasonic ZS8

Here, we are contrasting the FujiFilm JZ500 versus Panasonic ZS8, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals FujiFilm and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the JZ500 (14MP) and the ZS8 (14MP) is very well matched and both cameras posses the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The JZ500 was launched 13 months earlier than the ZS8 making them a generation away from each other. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before getting right into a in depth comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the JZ500 scores vs the ZS8 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for FujiFilm FinePix JZ500 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS8. The complete galleries are viewable at FujiFilm JZ500 Gallery and Panasonic ZS8 Gallery.

If you are intending to travel with your camera frequently, you are going to need to take into account its weight and measurements. The FujiFilm JZ500 has got outside measurements of 97mm x 57mm x 29mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.1") with a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs) and the Panasonic ZS8 has proportions of 105mm x 58mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") along with a weight of 210 grams (0.46 lbs).

Check out the FujiFilm JZ500 versus Panasonic ZS8 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are employing at that moment. Here is a front view overall size comparison of the JZ500 vs the ZS8.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the JZ500 and ZS8 is 93 and 92 respectively.

Generally, it is hard to visualize the contrast between sensor dimensions only by looking at a spec sheet. The pic underneath will give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the JZ500 and ZS8.

As you can see, both of these cameras come with the identical sensor size and the exact same megapixels so you should expect similar quality of files though you will need to consider the production date of the products into consideration. The more aged JZ500 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.