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Fujifilm XP150 vs Panasonic ZS8

Portability
92
Imaging
38
Features
33
Overall
36
Fujifilm FinePix XP150 front
 
Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS8 front
Portability
92
Imaging
37
Features
39
Overall
37

Fujifilm XP150 vs Panasonic ZS8 Key Specs

Fujifilm XP150
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 3200
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 28-140mm (F3.9-4.9) lens
  • 205g - 103 x 71 x 27mm
  • Announced January 2012
Panasonic ZS8
(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
  • Superseded the Panasonic ZS7
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Fujifilm XP150 vs Panasonic ZS8 Overview

The following is a complete overview of the Fujifilm XP150 and Panasonic ZS8, one is a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers FujiFilm and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm XP150 (14MP) and the ZS8 (14MP) is pretty similar and they come with the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm XP150 was introduced 6 months after the ZS8 which means that they are of a similar generation. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a brief introduction of how the Fujifilm XP150 matches up versus the ZS8 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Fujifilm XP150 over the Panasonic ZS8

 Fujifilm XP150 ZS8 

Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS8 over the Fujifilm XP150

 ZS8 Fujifilm XP150 
Screen sizing3"2.7"Bigger screen (+0.3")

Common features in the Fujifilm XP150 and Panasonic ZS8

 Fujifilm XP150 ZS8 
LaunchedJanuary 2012July 2011Similar generation
Focus manually No manual focus
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen resolution230k230kEqual screen resolution
Selfie screen Lack of selfie screen
Touch friendly screen Neither offers Touch friendly screen

Fujifilm XP150 vs Panasonic ZS8 Physical Comparison

For anybody who is going to travel with your camera often, you will have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm XP150 offers external dimensions of 103mm x 71mm x 27mm (4.1" x 2.8" x 1.1") with a weight of 205 grams (0.45 lbs) while the Panasonic ZS8 has dimensions of 105mm x 58mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") with a weight of 210 grams (0.46 lbs).

Take a look at the Fujifilm XP150 and Panasonic ZS8 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are employing at that moment. Below is the front view measurements comparison of the Fujifilm XP150 compared to the ZS8.

Fujifilm XP150 vs Panasonic ZS8 size comparison

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm XP150 and ZS8 is 92 and 92 respectively.

Fujifilm XP150 vs Panasonic ZS8 top view buttons comparison

Fujifilm XP150 vs Panasonic ZS8 Sensor Comparison

More often than not, it is very tough to visualize the gap between sensor dimensions only by reading a spec sheet. The pic here may provide you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm XP150 and ZS8.

Clearly, both of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the same resolution therefore you should expect similar quality of files but you should really take the release date of the products into consideration.

Fujifilm XP150 vs Panasonic ZS8 sensor size comparison

Fujifilm XP150 vs Panasonic ZS8 Screen and ViewFinder

Fujifilm XP150 vs Panasonic ZS8 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Fujifilm XP150 Portrait photography factors
Panasonic ZS8 Portrait photography factors
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good MP (14MP)
lack of manual focus
no manual mode
can't use external flash
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
30
decent sensor resolution (14 megapixels)
manual focus not available
no external flash support
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
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Street Comparison

Fujifilm XP150 Street photography features
Panasonic ZS8 Street photography features
61
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
weather proofing
screen does not articulate
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
61
image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than competitors in class (210 grams)
fixed screen
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
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Sports Comparison

Fujifilm XP150 as a Sports photography camera
Panasonic ZS8 as a Sports photography camera
44
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
good MP (14MP)
provides tracking autofocus
weather proofing
very slow continuous shooting (3.0 frames per second)
lack of shutter priority mode
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect autofocus
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excellent zoom range (24-384mm 16.0 x zoom)
image stabilization (Optical)
decent sensor resolution (14 megapixels)
comes with tracking focus
slow continuous shooting (2.0 fps)
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
has no phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Fujifilm XP150 Travel photography highlights
Panasonic ZS8 Travel photography highlights
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weather proofing
good MP (14 megapixels)
built-in flash
relatively wide (28mm)
doesn't have Timelapse mode
doesn't feature selfie friendly display
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.9)
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lighter than competitors in class (210 grams)
decent sensor resolution (14 megapixels)
built-in flash
rather wide (24mm)
very long zoom (384mm)
no Time Lapse function
screen isn't selfie friendly
slow max aperture (f3.3)
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Landscape Comparison

Fujifilm XP150 Landscape photography information
Panasonic ZS8 Landscape photography information
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relatively wide (28mm)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
good MP (14MP)
weather proofing
lack of manual focus
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.9)
screen is somewhat small (2.7 inches)
no manual mode
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
doesn't have Timelapse mode
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rather wide (24mm)
decent sized screen (3 inches)
image stabilization (Optical)
decent sensor resolution (14MP)
manual focus not available
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
slow max aperture (f3.3)
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
no Time Lapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Fujifilm XP150 Vlogging information
Panasonic ZS8 Vlogging information
32
relatively wide (28mm)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
video resolution high (1920 x 1080 pixels)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.9)
doesn't feature selfie friendly display
doesn't have external microphone jack
30
rather wide (24mm)
image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than competitors in class (210 grams)
slow max aperture (f3.3)
screen isn't selfie friendly
low quality video (1280 x 720 pxls)
no mic port
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Fujifilm XP150 vs Panasonic ZS8 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm XP150 and Panasonic ZS8
 Fujifilm FinePix XP150Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS8
General Information
Brand Name FujiFilm Panasonic
Model Fujifilm FinePix XP150 Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS8
Also referred to as - Lumix DMC-TZ18
Category Waterproof Small Sensor Superzoom
Announced 2012-01-05 2011-07-19
Body design Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Processor - Venus Engine FHD
Sensor type CMOS 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 14MP 14MP
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Max resolution 4608 x 3072 4320 x 3240
Max native ISO 3200 6400
Min native ISO 100 100
RAW images
Autofocusing
Focus manually
AF touch
AF continuous
Single AF
Tracking AF
AF selectice
Center weighted AF
Multi area AF
Live view AF
Face detection AF
Contract detection AF
Phase detection AF
Number of focus points - 11
Cross focus points - -
Lens
Lens mount fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 28-140mm (5.0x) 24-384mm (16.0x)
Maximal aperture f/3.9-4.9 f/3.3-5.9
Macro focus range 9cm 3cm
Crop factor 5.8 5.9
Screen
Range of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen diagonal 2.7 inch 3 inch
Screen resolution 230 thousand dot 230 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch operation
Screen technology TFT color LCD monitor TFT LCD
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Minimum shutter speed 4s 60s
Fastest shutter speed 1/2000s 1/4000s
Continuous shutter speed 3.0 frames/s 2.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Exposure compensation - Yes
Change WB
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash range 3.10 m 5.00 m
Flash settings Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro
Hot shoe
Auto exposure bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1920 x 1080 (30fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps)
Max video resolution 1920x1080 1280x720
Video data format H.264, Motion JPEG MPEG-4
Mic jack
Headphone jack
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 proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 205 gr (0.45 lb) 210 gr (0.46 lb)
Dimensions 103 x 71 x 27mm (4.1" x 2.8" x 1.1") 105 x 58 x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3")
DXO scores
DXO Overall score not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth score not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range score not tested not tested
DXO Low light score not tested not tested
Other
Battery life 300 shots 340 shots
Battery form Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery model NP-50A -
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec, Auto release, Auto shutter (Dog, Cat), Couple, Portrait) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse recording
Storage media SD/ SDHC/ SDXC SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal
Storage slots 1 1
Cost at release $260 $275