Fujifilm S8200 vs Panasonic ZS3

Here is a in-depth review of the Fujifilm S8200 versus Panasonic ZS3, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by brands FujiFilm and Panasonic. There exists a significant gap between the sensor resolutions of the Fujifilm S8200 (16MP) and ZS3 (10MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm S8200 was brought out 3 years later than the ZS3 and that is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Fujifilm S8200 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic ZS3 being a Compact camera.

Before delving into a thorough comparison, here is a brief summation of how the Fujifilm S8200 matches up versus the ZS3 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm FinePix S8200 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS3. The entire galleries are provided at Fujifilm S8200 Gallery and Panasonic ZS3 Gallery.

For anybody who is going to carry your camera frequently, you need to consider its weight and size. The Fujifilm S8200 comes with outside dimensions of 123mm x 87mm x 116mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 4.6") along with a weight of 670 grams (1.48 lbs) while the Panasonic ZS3 has specifications of 103mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") along with a weight of 229 grams (0.50 lbs).

Examine the Fujifilm S8200 versus Panasonic ZS3 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you select at that time. Following is a front view overall size comparison of the Fujifilm S8200 compared to the ZS3.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm S8200 and ZS3 is 61 and 91 respectively.

More often than not, it's tough to see the difference between sensor sizing simply by going over a spec sheet. The graphic here will provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm S8200 and ZS3.

As you can see, both cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same MP. You should count on the Fujifilm S8200 to offer you extra detail having its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution will enable you to crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The newer Fujifilm S8200 is going to have an edge in sensor innovation.