FujiFilm XP10 vs Panasonic ZS8
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FujiFilm XP10 vs Panasonic ZS8 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 1600
- 1280 x 720 video
- 36-180mm (F4.0-4.8) lens
- 135g - 96 x 64 x 23mm
- Introduced February 2010
- Additionally Known as FinePix XP11
- Refreshed by Fujifilm XP30
(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
- Launched July 2011
- Additionally referred to as Lumix DMC-TZ18
- Old Model is Panasonic ZS7

FujiFilm XP10 vs Panasonic ZS8 Overview
Below, we will be comparing the FujiFilm XP10 and Panasonic ZS8, former is a Waterproof while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands FujiFilm and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the XP10 (12MP) and the ZS8 (14MP) is relatively similar and they come with the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The XP10 was manufactured 17 months earlier than the ZS8 which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before delving straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a simple summation of how the XP10 scores vs the ZS8 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

FujiFilm XP10 vs Panasonic ZS8 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for FujiFilm FinePix XP10 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS8. The entire galleries are provided at FujiFilm XP10 Gallery & Panasonic ZS8 Gallery.
Reasons to pick FujiFilm XP10 over the Panasonic ZS8
XP10 | ZS8 |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS8 over the FujiFilm XP10
ZS8 | XP10 | |||
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Launched | July 2011 | ![]() | February 2010 | More modern by 17 months |
Screen dimension | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Common features in the FujiFilm XP10 and Panasonic ZS8
XP10 | ZS8 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Absent Touch friendly screen |
FujiFilm XP10 vs Panasonic ZS8 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is planning to carry around your camera regularly, you have to factor in its weight and volume. The FujiFilm XP10 enjoys outer dimensions of 96mm x 64mm x 23mm (3.8" x 2.5" x 0.9") with a weight of 135 grams (0.30 lbs) while the Panasonic ZS8 has sizing of 105mm x 58mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") having a weight of 210 grams (0.46 lbs).
Contrast the FujiFilm XP10 and Panasonic ZS8 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are working with during that time. Following is the front view measurements comparison of the XP10 vs the ZS8.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the XP10 and ZS8 is 95 and 92 respectively.

FujiFilm XP10 vs Panasonic ZS8 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it's difficult to visualize the difference between sensor sizes purely by reading a spec sheet. The image below may give you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the XP10 and ZS8.
As you can see, both cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit different resolution. You can count on the Panasonic ZS8 to deliver greater detail due to its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop shots much more aggressively. The more aged XP10 is going to be behind in sensor tech.

FujiFilm XP10 vs Panasonic ZS8 Screen and ViewFinder


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FujiFilm XP10 vs Panasonic ZS8 Specifications
FujiFilm FinePix XP10 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS8 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | FujiFilm | Panasonic |
Model type | FujiFilm FinePix XP10 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS8 |
Also referred to as | FinePix XP11 | Lumix DMC-TZ18 |
Class | Waterproof | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Introduced | 2010-02-02 | 2011-07-19 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
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 | 12 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4320 x 3240 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 64 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Total focus points | - | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 36-180mm (5.0x) | 24-384mm (16.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/4.0-4.8 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 9cm | 3cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.7" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Screen tech | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 1/4 secs | 60 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 1.0fps | 2.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.10 m | 5.00 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 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) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4 |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 135g (0.30 pounds) | 210g (0.46 pounds) |
Dimensions | 96 x 64 x 23mm (3.8" x 2.5" x 0.9") | 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 | - | 340 pictures |
Type of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NP-45A | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Couple, Group) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Launch cost | $175 | $275 |