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Fujifilm XP50 vs Panasonic ZS8

Portability
93
Imaging
37
Features
32
Overall
35
Fujifilm FinePix XP50 front
 
Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS8 front
Portability
92
Imaging
37
Features
39
Overall
37

Fujifilm XP50 vs Panasonic ZS8 Key Specs

Fujifilm XP50
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 3200
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 28-140mm (F3.9-4.9) lens
  • 175g - 99 x 68 x 26mm
  • Introduced January 2012
  • Older Model is Fujifilm XP30
  • Updated by Fujifilm XP60
Panasonic ZS8
(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
  • Announced July 2011
  • Alternative Name is Lumix DMC-TZ18
  • Older Model is Panasonic ZS7
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Fujifilm XP50 vs Panasonic ZS8 Overview

Here, we are matching up the Fujifilm XP50 and Panasonic ZS8, former being a Waterproof while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors FujiFilm and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm XP50 (14MP) and the ZS8 (14MP) is very close and both cameras posses the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm XP50 was brought out 6 months later than the ZS8 which means that they are both of a similar age. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before going right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the Fujifilm XP50 grades against the ZS8 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Fujifilm XP50 over the Panasonic ZS8

 Fujifilm XP50 ZS8 

Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS8 over the Fujifilm XP50

 ZS8 Fujifilm XP50 
Display size3"2.7"Larger display (+0.3")

Common features in the Fujifilm XP50 and Panasonic ZS8

 Fujifilm XP50 ZS8 
AnnouncedJanuary 2012July 2011Same age
Focus manually No manual focusing
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display resolution230k230kEqual display resolution
Selfie screen Absent selfie screen
Touch display Absent Touch display

Fujifilm XP50 vs Panasonic ZS8 Physical Comparison

When you are aiming to carry your camera frequently, you will have to consider its weight and volume. The Fujifilm XP50 features exterior dimensions of 99mm x 68mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.7" x 1.0") along with a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs) and the Panasonic ZS8 has sizing of 105mm x 58mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 210 grams (0.46 lbs).

Compare the Fujifilm XP50 and Panasonic ZS8 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you have during that time. Here is a front view proportions comparison of the Fujifilm XP50 vs the ZS8.

Fujifilm XP50 vs Panasonic ZS8 size comparison

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm XP50 and ZS8 is 93 and 92 respectively.

Fujifilm XP50 vs Panasonic ZS8 top view buttons comparison

Fujifilm XP50 vs Panasonic ZS8 Sensor Comparison

Generally, it can be hard to visualise the gap in sensor sizing merely by researching technical specs. The photograph underneath will help give you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm XP50 and ZS8.

As you can tell, both of the cameras come with the identical sensor size and the same exact MP therefore you can expect comparable quality of photos however you need to consider the launch date of the cameras into account.

Fujifilm XP50 vs Panasonic ZS8 sensor size comparison

Fujifilm XP50 vs Panasonic ZS8 Screen and ViewFinder

Fujifilm XP50 vs Panasonic ZS8 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with Fujifilm XP50
Portrait photography with Panasonic ZS8
28
decent megapixels (14 megapixels)
no manual focus
manual mode not available
cannot use external flash
small sensor (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
30
resolution is good (14 megapixels)
lack of manual focus
cannot use external flash
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
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Street Comparison

Fujifilm XP50 Street photography info
Panasonic ZS8 Street photography info
62
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
weather proof
fixed screen
small sensor (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
61
built in image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than average (210 grams)
no moving screen
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
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Sports Comparison

Fujifilm XP50 as a Sports photography camera
Panasonic ZS8 as a Sports photography camera
40
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
decent megapixels (14MP)
comes with tracking autofocus
weather proof
slow continuous shooting (3.0 frames/s)
no shutter priority mode
small sensor (1/2.3")
not so great battery pack (220 per charge)
lack of phase detect auto focus
47
excellent zoom range (24-384mm 16.0 x zoom)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
resolution is good (14MP)
includes tracking focus
continuous shooting slow (2.0 fps)
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Fujifilm XP50 Travel photography factors
Panasonic ZS8 Travel photography factors
64
weather proof
decent megapixels (14 megapixels)
built-in flash
reasonably wide (28mm)
lack of Timelapse mode
not so great battery pack (220 CIPA)
does not posses selfie friendly screen
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.9)
69
lighter than average (210g)
resolution is good (14MP)
flash built-in
quite wide (24mm)
long reach (384mm)
doesn't have Timelapse mode
display is not selfie friendly
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.3)
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Landscape Comparison

Landscape photography with Fujifilm XP50
Landscape photography with Panasonic ZS8
39
reasonably wide (28mm)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
decent megapixels (14 megapixels)
weather proof
no manual focus
can't change lenses (fixed lens mount)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.9)
small screen (2.7 inches)
manual mode not available
small sensor (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
not so great battery pack (220 CIPA)
lack of Timelapse mode
44
quite wide (24mm)
screen is a good size (3 inches)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
resolution is good (14MP)
lack of manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.3)
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
doesn't have Timelapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with Fujifilm XP50
Vlogging with Panasonic ZS8
32
reasonably wide (28mm)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
video res high (1920 x 1080 resolution)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.9)
does not posses selfie friendly screen
lack of external microphone support
30
quite wide (24mm)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than average (210g)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.3)
display is not selfie friendly
video quality not great (1280 x 720 pxls)
doesn't have microphone port
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Fujifilm XP50 vs Panasonic ZS8 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm XP50 and Panasonic ZS8
 Fujifilm FinePix XP50Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS8
General Information
Manufacturer FujiFilm Panasonic
Model type Fujifilm FinePix XP50 Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS8
Also referred to as - Lumix DMC-TZ18
Category Waterproof Small Sensor Superzoom
Introduced 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 measurements 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.08 x 4.56mm
Sensor area 28.1mm² 27.7mm²
Sensor resolution 14 megapixels 14 megapixels
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Maximum resolution 4608 x 3072 4320 x 3240
Maximum native ISO 3200 6400
Minimum native ISO 100 100
RAW support
Autofocusing
Focus manually
AF touch
AF continuous
Single AF
AF tracking
Selective AF
AF center weighted
Multi area AF
AF live view
Face detect focusing
Contract detect focusing
Phase detect focusing
Total focus points - 11
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens support fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 28-140mm (5.0x) 24-384mm (16.0x)
Largest aperture f/3.9-4.9 f/3.3-5.9
Macro focusing distance 9cm 3cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.9
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display size 2.7 inch 3 inch
Resolution of display 230 thousand dot 230 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch functionality
Display tech TFT color LCD monitor TFT LCD
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Slowest shutter speed 4 seconds 60 seconds
Maximum shutter speed 1/2000 seconds 1/4000 seconds
Continuous shooting speed 3.0 frames per sec 2.0 frames per sec
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Exposure compensation - Yes
Set WB
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash distance 3.10 m 5.00 m
Flash modes Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro
Hot shoe
Auto exposure bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
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)
Maximum video resolution 1920x1080 1280x720
Video format H.264, Motion JPEG MPEG-4
Microphone jack
Headphone jack
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 175 grams (0.39 lbs) 210 grams (0.46 lbs)
Physical dimensions 99 x 68 x 26mm (3.9" x 2.7" x 1.0") 105 x 58 x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3")
DXO scores
DXO All around 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 220 photographs 340 photographs
Type of battery Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery ID NP-45A -
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec, Auto release, Auto shutter (Dog, Cat), Couple, Portrait) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse shooting
Type of storage SD/ SDHC/ SDXC SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal
Storage slots One One
Retail price $180 $275