Fujifilm S9900w vs Panasonic ZS8

In this write-up, we will be matching up the Fujifilm S9900w and Panasonic ZS8, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by companies FujiFilm and Panasonic. The image resolution of the Fujifilm S9900w (16MP) and the ZS8 (14MP) is pretty similar and they use the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm S9900w was brought out 3 years after the ZS8 which is quite a big difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Fujifilm S9900w being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic ZS8 being a Compact camera.

Before we go through a in depth comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the Fujifilm S9900w scores versus the ZS8 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm S9900w & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS8. The entire galleries are viewable at Fujifilm S9900w Gallery & Panasonic ZS8 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to travel with your camera, you will have to think about its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm S9900w comes with physical measurements 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 ZS8 has measurements of 105mm x 58mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") and a weight of 210 grams (0.46 lbs).

Look at the Fujifilm S9900w and Panasonic ZS8 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you have chosen during that time. Following is the front view size comparison of the Fujifilm S9900w vs the ZS8.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm S9900w and ZS8 is 61 and 92 respectively.

Typically, its difficult to see the gap between sensor dimensions just by reviewing technical specs. The image here may offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm S9900w and ZS8.

As you have seen, the two cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same MP. You can expect the Fujifilm S9900w to offer you extra detail having its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop pictures a little more aggressively. The younger Fujifilm S9900w will have a benefit in sensor technology.