Fujifilm F600 EXR vs Panasonic ZS8
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![Fujifilm FinePix F600 EXR front Fujifilm FinePix F600 EXR front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Fujifilm-FinePix-F600-EXR/Fujifilm-F600-EXR-front.jpg)
![Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS8 front Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS8 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-ZS8/Panasonic-ZS8-front.jpg)
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Fujifilm F600 EXR vs Panasonic ZS8 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200 (Expand to 12800)
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-360mm (F3.5-5.3) lens
- 215g - 104 x 63 x 33mm
- Released August 2011
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- 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
- Also referred to as Lumix DMC-TZ18
- Previous Model is Panasonic ZS7
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Fujifilm F600 EXR vs Panasonic ZS8 Overview
Let's look much closer at the Fujifilm F600 EXR versus Panasonic ZS8, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by brands FujiFilm and Panasonic. The image resolution of the Fujifilm F600 EXR (16MP) and the ZS8 (14MP) is very close but the Fujifilm F600 EXR (1/2") and ZS8 (1/2.3") provide different sensor dimensions.
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The Fujifilm F600 EXR was released within a month of the ZS8 which means that they are of a similar age. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before we go right into a more detailed comparison, here is a concise summary of how the Fujifilm F600 EXR scores against the ZS8 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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Fujifilm F600 EXR vs Panasonic ZS8 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm FinePix F600 EXR & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS8. The complete galleries are provided at Fujifilm F600 EXR Gallery & Panasonic ZS8 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm F600 EXR over the Panasonic ZS8
Fujifilm F600 EXR | ZS8 | |||
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Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper display (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS8 over the Fujifilm F600 EXR
ZS8 | Fujifilm F600 EXR |
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Common features in the Fujifilm F600 EXR and Panasonic ZS8
Fujifilm F600 EXR | ZS8 | |||
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Launched | August 2011 | ![]() | July 2011 | Same age |
Manually focus | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal display sizing |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither includes selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Neither includes Touch display |
Fujifilm F600 EXR vs Panasonic ZS8 Physical Comparison
For those who are aiming to travel with your camera regularly, you'll have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm F600 EXR features external measurements of 104mm x 63mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 215 grams (0.47 lbs) whilst the Panasonic ZS8 has measurements 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 F600 EXR versus Panasonic ZS8 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you have attached at the time. Underneath is a front view physical size comparison of the Fujifilm F600 EXR and the ZS8.
![Fujifilm F600 EXR vs Panasonic ZS8 size comparison Fujifilm F600 EXR vs Panasonic ZS8 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Fujifilm-FinePix-F600-EXR-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-ZS8-size-comparison.jpg)
Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm F600 EXR and ZS8 is 91 and 92 respectively.
![Fujifilm F600 EXR vs Panasonic ZS8 top view buttons comparison Fujifilm F600 EXR vs Panasonic ZS8 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Fujifilm-FinePix-F600-EXR-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-ZS8-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Fujifilm F600 EXR vs Panasonic ZS8 Sensor Comparison
Often, it can be hard to imagine the difference in sensor dimensions simply by looking through specifications. The pic here may give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm F600 EXR and ZS8.
Plainly, both cameras have different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The Fujifilm F600 EXR due to its larger sensor is going to make shooting shallow DOF simpler and the Fujifilm F600 EXR will result in extra detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop pics a bit more aggressively.
![Fujifilm F600 EXR vs Panasonic ZS8 sensor size comparison Fujifilm F600 EXR vs Panasonic ZS8 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Fujifilm-FinePix-F600-EXR-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-ZS8-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Fujifilm F600 EXR vs Panasonic ZS8 Screen and ViewFinder
![Fujifilm F600 EXR vs Panasonic ZS8 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Fujifilm F600 EXR vs Panasonic ZS8 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Fujifilm-FinePix-F600-EXR-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-ZS8-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Fujifilm F600 EXR vs Panasonic ZS8 Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix F600 EXR | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS8 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | FujiFilm | Panasonic |
Model type | Fujifilm FinePix F600 EXR | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS8 |
Also called | - | Lumix DMC-TZ18 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2011-08-11 | 2011-07-19 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | EXR | Venus Engine FHD |
Sensor type | EXRCMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.4 x 4.8mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 30.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4320 x 3240 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Max enhanced ISO | 12800 | - |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | - | 11 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-360mm (15.0x) | 24-384mm (16.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.5-5.3 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focusing range | 5cm | 3cm |
Crop factor | 5.6 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 460k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Screen tech | TFT color LCD monitor | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 8s | 60s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shutter speed | 8.0 frames per second | 2.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.20 m | 5.00 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (FHD 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (HD 60 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), High Speed Movie (80 / 160 / 320 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video format | AVI MPEG4 | MPEG-4 |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 215g (0.47 pounds) | 210g (0.46 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 104 x 63 x 33mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.3") | 105 x 58 x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | 40 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | 19.4 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 10.8 | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | 153 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 340 photos |
Battery format | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NP-50 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Auto shutter(Dog, Cat)) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Price at release | $230 | $275 |