FujiFilm S2950 vs Panasonic ZS8

In this article, we will be analyzing the FujiFilm S2950 and Panasonic ZS8, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Panasonic. The image resolution of the S2950 (14MP) and the ZS8 (14MP) is pretty comparable and they possess the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The S2950 was announced 6 months before the ZS8 which means that they are both of a similar generation. The two cameras offer different body type with the FujiFilm S2950 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic ZS8 being a Compact camera.

Before delving through a in depth comparison, below is a short view of how the S2950 grades versus the ZS8 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for FujiFilm FinePix S2950 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS8. The whole galleries are provided at FujiFilm S2950 Gallery and Panasonic ZS8 Gallery.

When you are planning to carry your camera frequently, you will want to think about its weight and proportions. The FujiFilm S2950 has got outside dimensions of 110mm x 73mm x 81mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 3.2") with a weight of 437 grams (0.96 lbs) while the Panasonic ZS8 has measurements of 105mm x 58mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") and a weight of 210 grams (0.46 lbs).

See the FujiFilm S2950 and Panasonic ZS8 in the 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. Here is the front view physical size comparison of the S2950 versus the ZS8.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the S2950 and ZS8 is 76 and 92 respectively.

Normally, its hard to envision the contrast in sensor sizing purely by checking out a spec sheet. The visual here will help offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the S2950 and ZS8.

Clearly, each of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the identical MP therefore you should expect comparable quality of photos but you may want to consider the production date of the cameras into account.