Nikon Z7 II vs Panasonic ZS8

Let's take a deeper look at the Nikon Z7 II versus Panasonic ZS8, one being a Pro Mirrorless and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Nikon and Panasonic. There is a big difference between the sensor resolutions of the Z7 II (46MP) and ZS8 (14MP) and the Z7 II (Full frame) and ZS8 (1/2.3") enjoy totally different sensor sizes.

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The Z7 II was released 9 years later than the ZS8 and that is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Nikon Z7 II being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic ZS8 being a Compact camera.

Before getting in to a more detailed comparison, below is a brief view of how the Z7 II matches up versus the ZS8 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Z7 Mark II and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS8. The complete galleries are provided at Nikon Z7 II Gallery and Panasonic ZS8 Gallery.

In case you're going to carry your camera often, you'll have to think about its weight and volume. The Nikon Z7 II features external dimensions of 134mm x 101mm x 70mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.8") with a weight of 705 grams (1.55 lbs) whilst the Panasonic ZS8 has sizing of 105mm x 58mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") and a weight of 210 grams (0.46 lbs).

Analyze the Nikon Z7 II versus Panasonic ZS8 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you select at that moment. Following is the front view dimension comparison of the Z7 II and the ZS8.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the Z7 II and ZS8 is 61 and 92 respectively.

Generally, it is hard to envision the difference between sensor sizing just by checking specs. The photograph underneath should offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the Z7 II and ZS8.

As you can plainly see, both cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The Z7 II due to its larger sensor will make getting shallower DOF less difficult and the Nikon Z7 II will give greater detail as a result of its extra 32MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop images far more aggressively. The newer Z7 II will have an advantage in sensor innovation.