Olympus FE-3010 vs Panasonic ZS8

Below, we are evaluating the Olympus FE-3010 and Panasonic ZS8, former is a Ultracompact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Olympus and Panasonic. The image resolution of the FE-3010 (12MP) and the ZS8 (14MP) is fairly well matched and they enjoy the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The FE-3010 was launched 3 years earlier than the ZS8 which is quite a significant difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras come with different body type with the Olympus FE-3010 being a Ultracompact camera and the Panasonic ZS8 being a Compact camera.

Before getting straight into a complete comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the FE-3010 scores against the ZS8 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus FE-3010 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS8. The complete galleries are viewable at Olympus FE-3010 Gallery & Panasonic ZS8 Gallery.

When you are planning to travel with your camera often, you'll need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Olympus FE-3010 offers physical measurements of 93mm x 56mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") and a weight of 108 grams (0.24 lbs) while the Panasonic ZS8 has dimensions of 105mm x 58mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") having a weight of 210 grams (0.46 lbs).

Look at the Olympus FE-3010 and Panasonic ZS8 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are working with at the time. Below is the front view measurement comparison of the FE-3010 against the ZS8.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the FE-3010 and ZS8 is 97 and 92 respectively.

Often, it is very difficult to see the difference between sensor dimensions purely by looking at specifications. The image here might provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the FE-3010 and ZS8.

Plainly, the two cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but not the same MP. You can anticipate the Panasonic ZS8 to resolve more detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop images somewhat more aggressively. The more aged FE-3010 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.