Fujifilm S8600 vs Panasonic ZS8
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Fujifilm S8600 vs Panasonic ZS8 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-900mm (F2.9-6.5) lens
- 450g - 121 x 81 x 65mm
- Revealed January 2014
(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
- Revealed July 2011
- Alternate Name is Lumix DMC-TZ18
- Replaced the Panasonic ZS7
Fujifilm S8600 vs Panasonic ZS8 Overview
Let's look more closely at the Fujifilm S8600 vs Panasonic ZS8, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm S8600 (16MP) and the ZS8 (14MP) is fairly similar and they enjoy the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Photography GlossaryThe Fujifilm S8600 was announced 2 years after the ZS8 which is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras offer different body type with the Fujifilm S8600 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic ZS8 being a Compact camera.
Before getting straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a short overview of how the Fujifilm S8600 scores against the ZS8 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Fujifilm S8600 vs Panasonic ZS8 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm FinePix S8600 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS8. The whole galleries are provided at Fujifilm S8600 Gallery and Panasonic ZS8 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm S8600 over the Panasonic ZS8
Fujifilm S8600 | ZS8 | |||
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Revealed | January 2014 | July 2011 | Newer by 31 months | |
Display resolution | 460k | 230k | Clearer display (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS8 over the Fujifilm S8600
ZS8 | Fujifilm S8600 |
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Common features in the Fujifilm S8600 and Panasonic ZS8
Fujifilm S8600 | ZS8 | |||
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Focus manually | Lack of manual focus | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display sizing | 3" | 3" | Equivalent display measurement | |
Selfie screen | Neither provides selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Neither provides Touch display |
Fujifilm S8600 vs Panasonic ZS8 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is looking to travel with your camera regularly, you are going to need to factor its weight and size. The Fujifilm S8600 provides exterior measurements of 121mm x 81mm x 65mm (4.8" x 3.2" x 2.6") accompanied by a weight of 450 grams (0.99 lbs) whilst the Panasonic ZS8 has specifications of 105mm x 58mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") along with a weight of 210 grams (0.46 lbs).
Look at the Fujifilm S8600 vs Panasonic ZS8 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are working with during that time. Underneath is the front view size comparison of the Fujifilm S8600 and the ZS8.
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm S8600 and ZS8 is 76 and 92 respectively.
Fujifilm S8600 vs Panasonic ZS8 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it's tough to envision the contrast between sensor dimensions simply by going over specifications. The pic underneath will help offer you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm S8600 and ZS8.
To sum up, the two cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same resolution. You should anticipate the Fujifilm S8600 to deliver greater detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will allow you to crop pics a little more aggressively. The younger Fujifilm S8600 will have a benefit in sensor tech.
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Fujifilm S8600 vs Panasonic ZS8 Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix S8600 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS8 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | FujiFilm | Panasonic |
Model type | Fujifilm FinePix S8600 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS8 |
Alternate name | - | Lumix DMC-TZ18 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Revealed | 2014-01-06 | 2011-07-19 |
Physical type | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | Venus Engine FHD |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 14MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4320 x 3240 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | - | 11 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 25-900mm (36.0x) | 24-384mm (16.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/2.9-6.5 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 7cm | 3cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 460 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Display technology | TFT LCD | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 8 seconds | 60 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 8.0fps | 2.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 6.00 m | 5.00 m |
Flash options | Auto, forced flash, suppressed flash, slow synchro | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
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), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4 |
Mic 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 | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 450 gr (0.99 pounds) | 210 gr (0.46 pounds) |
Dimensions | 121 x 81 x 65mm (4.8" x 3.2" x 2.6") | 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 | 410 photos | 340 photos |
Battery type | AA | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | 3 x AA | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Retail pricing | $200 | $275 |