Clicky

FujiFilm T200 vs Panasonic ZS8

Portability
94
Imaging
37
Features
28
Overall
33
FujiFilm FinePix T200 front
 
Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS8 front
Portability
92
Imaging
37
Features
39
Overall
37

FujiFilm T200 vs Panasonic ZS8 Key Specs

FujiFilm T200
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 1600 (Expand to 3200)
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 28-280mm (F3.4-5.6) lens
  • 151g - 97 x 57 x 28mm
  • Revealed January 2011
  • Other Name is FinePix T205
Panasonic ZS8
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • 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
  • Alternate Name is Lumix DMC-TZ18
  • Previous Model is Panasonic ZS7
AI-Powered Photo Editing Tools Could Be Added to WhatsApp

FujiFilm T200 vs Panasonic ZS8 Overview

The following is a in-depth review of the FujiFilm T200 versus Panasonic ZS8, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies FujiFilm and Panasonic. The resolution of the T200 (14MP) and the ZS8 (14MP) is relatively similar and they come with the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

Ulanzi's Tripod Ensures Ultra Smooth Filming

The T200 was unveiled 6 months before the ZS8 so they are of a similar generation. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting straight into a full comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the T200 grades vs the ZS8 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Nikon Coolpix camera search on Google skyrockets by 8,500%
	
	

Reasons to pick FujiFilm T200 over the Panasonic ZS8

 T200 ZS8 

Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS8 over the FujiFilm T200

 ZS8 T200 
Screen dimension3"2.7"Bigger screen (+0.3")

Common features in the FujiFilm T200 and Panasonic ZS8

 T200 ZS8 
RevealedJanuary 2011July 2011Similar generation
Manually focus No manual focus
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen resolution230k230kEqual screen resolution
Selfie screen Neither has selfie screen
Touch friendly screen Neither has Touch friendly screen

FujiFilm T200 vs Panasonic ZS8 Physical Comparison

If you are intending to travel with your camera regularly, you should think about its weight and proportions. The FujiFilm T200 has outside dimensions of 97mm x 57mm x 28mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.1") along with a weight of 151 grams (0.33 lbs) and 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).

Examine the FujiFilm T200 versus Panasonic ZS8 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have attached at the time. Underneath is the front view size comparison of the T200 compared to the ZS8.

FujiFilm T200 vs Panasonic ZS8 size comparison

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the T200 and ZS8 is 94 and 92 respectively.

FujiFilm T200 vs Panasonic ZS8 top view buttons comparison

FujiFilm T200 vs Panasonic ZS8 Sensor Comparison

Generally, it can be difficult to visualise the gap between sensor dimensions purely by reading a spec sheet. The image below will provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the T200 and ZS8.

As you can see, both cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the exact same resolution so you should expect similar quality of files although you have to factor the production date of the products into consideration.

FujiFilm T200 vs Panasonic ZS8 sensor size comparison

FujiFilm T200 vs Panasonic ZS8 Screen and ViewFinder

FujiFilm T200 vs Panasonic ZS8 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
Apple patent reveals improved iPhone camera durability

Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

FujiFilm T200 as a Portrait photography camera
Panasonic ZS8 as a Portrait photography camera
33
resolution is good (14 megapixels)
offers face detection autofocus
manual focus not available
manual exposure not available
no external flash support
small sensor (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
30
good resolution (14MP)
focusing manually not possible
external flash not possible
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
Google AI Gemini Could Enhance iPhone Experience, Talks Suggest

Street Comparison

Street photography with FujiFilm T200
Street photography with Panasonic ZS8
57
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
fixed screen
small sensor (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
61
image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than average in class (210 grams)
fixed screen
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
Europe Approves Revolutionary AI Legislation

Sports Comparison

FujiFilm T200 Sports photography features
Panasonic ZS8 Sports photography features
37
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
resolution is good (14 megapixels)
offers tracking autofocus
painfully slow continuous shooting (1.0 frames/s)
no shutter priority
small sensor (1/2.3")
terrible battery (180 per charge)
lack of phase detect autofocus
47
excellent zoom range (24-384mm 16.0 x zoom)
image stabilization (Optical)
good resolution (14 megapixels)
comes with tracking focus
slow continuous shooting (2.0 frames per second)
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
has no phase detect auto focus
TikTok Developing Photo App to Challenge Instagram's Dominance

Travel Comparison

FujiFilm T200 Travel photography information
Panasonic ZS8 Travel photography information
65
resolution is good (14MP)
flash built-in
quite wide (28mm)
great reach (280mm)
no Timelapse mode
terrible battery (180 per charge)
display is not selfie friendly
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.4)
69
lighter than average in class (210 grams)
good resolution (14MP)
has built in flash
decently wide (24mm)
very long reach (384mm)
does not have Timelapse function
display is not selfie friendly
slow max aperture (f3.3)
Leica struggles with L-Mount camera sales, tougher than Q or M

Landscape Comparison

Landscape photography with FujiFilm T200
Landscape photography with Panasonic ZS8
36
quite wide (28mm)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
resolution is good (14 megapixels)
manual focus not available
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.4)
tiny screen (2.7 inch)
manual exposure not available
small sensor (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
terrible battery (180 per charge)
no Timelapse mode
44
decently wide (24mm)
screen is a good size (3")
image stabilization (Optical)
good resolution (14 megapixels)
focusing manually not possible
can't change lens (fixed lens mount)
slow max aperture (f3.3)
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
does not have Timelapse function
Peek Behind the Lens of 'Photographer' and Their Go-To Cameras

Vlogging Comparison

FujiFilm T200 Vlogging features
Panasonic ZS8 Vlogging features
31
quite wide (28mm)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
offers face detection autofocus
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.4)
display is not selfie friendly
video resolution low (1280 x 720 pxls)
no external microphone socket
30
decently wide (24mm)
image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than average in class (210g)
slow max aperture (f3.3)
display is not selfie friendly
low res video (1280 x 720 pixels)
does not have microphone port
Fujifilm accuses Eastman Kodak of patent violation in new lawsuit

FujiFilm T200 vs Panasonic ZS8 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for FujiFilm T200 and Panasonic ZS8
 FujiFilm FinePix T200Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS8
General Information
Company FujiFilm Panasonic
Model type FujiFilm FinePix T200 Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS8
Otherwise known as FinePix T205 Lumix DMC-TZ18
Category Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Superzoom
Revealed 2011-01-05 2011-07-19
Body design Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Processor Chip - Venus Engine FHD
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor measurements 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.08 x 4.56mm
Sensor area 28.1mm² 27.7mm²
Sensor resolution 14 megapixel 14 megapixel
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Highest Possible resolution 4288 x 3216 4320 x 3240
Maximum native ISO 1600 6400
Maximum enhanced ISO 3200 -
Min native ISO 100 100
RAW support
Autofocusing
Focus manually
AF touch
Continuous AF
Single AF
Tracking AF
Selective AF
Center weighted AF
AF multi area
AF live view
Face detect AF
Contract detect AF
Phase detect AF
Total focus points - 11
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 28-280mm (10.0x) 24-384mm (16.0x)
Largest aperture f/3.4-5.6 f/3.3-5.9
Macro focusing distance 5cm 3cm
Crop factor 5.8 5.9
Screen
Range of display Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display sizing 2.7" 3"
Display resolution 230k dot 230k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch function
Display tech TFT color LCD monitor TFT LCD
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Minimum shutter speed 8s 60s
Fastest shutter speed 1/2000s 1/4000s
Continuous shutter speed 1.0 frames per sec 2.0 frames per sec
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual exposure
Exposure compensation - Yes
Custom WB
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash distance 2.60 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 exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
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)
Maximum video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video file format Motion JPEG MPEG-4
Microphone 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 151g (0.33 pounds) 210g (0.46 pounds)
Dimensions 97 x 57 x 28mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.1") 105 x 58 x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3")
DXO scores
DXO Overall 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 photographs 340 photographs
Battery form Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery ID NP-45A -
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse recording
Type of storage SD / SDHC SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal
Storage slots Single Single
Price at release $160 $275