Fujifilm S8600 vs Panasonic ZS3

Here is a comprehensive review of the Fujifilm S8600 versus Panasonic ZS3, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by brands FujiFilm and Panasonic. There is a big difference among the resolutions of the Fujifilm S8600 (16MP) and ZS3 (10MP) but both cameras provide the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm S8600 was released 4 years later than the ZS3 and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Fujifilm S8600 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic ZS3 being a Compact camera.

Before going straight to a in depth comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the Fujifilm S8600 scores against the ZS3 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm FinePix S8600 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS3. The complete galleries are provided at Fujifilm S8600 Gallery and Panasonic ZS3 Gallery.

If you're going to carry your camera, you have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm S8600 offers external measurements of 121mm x 81mm x 65mm (4.8" x 3.2" x 2.6") and a weight of 450 grams (0.99 lbs) while the Panasonic ZS3 has measurements of 103mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") and a weight of 229 grams (0.50 lbs).

Take a look at the Fujifilm S8600 versus Panasonic ZS3 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are working with at the time. Following is a front view physical size comparison of the Fujifilm S8600 against the ZS3.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm S8600 and ZS3 is 76 and 91 respectively.

Often, its tough to visualize the gap in sensor sizing merely by seeing technical specs. The visual here will help offer you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm S8600 and ZS3.

As you have seen, both of those cameras feature the identical sensor size but different MP. You should expect to see the Fujifilm S8600 to produce extra detail as a result of its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution will allow you to crop photos way more aggressively. The newer Fujifilm S8600 provides a benefit with regard to sensor tech.