Olympus FE-4000 vs Panasonic ZS8

Here is a extensive review of the Olympus FE-4000 versus Panasonic ZS8, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Olympus and Panasonic. The image resolution of the FE-4000 (12MP) and the ZS8 (14MP) is very close and they feature the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The FE-4000 was unveiled 24 months prior to the ZS8 making the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go through a thorough comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the FE-4000 scores vs the ZS8 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus FE-4000 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS8. The full galleries are available at Olympus FE-4000 Gallery and Panasonic ZS8 Gallery.

When you are aiming to carry your camera regularly, you will want to factor its weight and size. The Olympus FE-4000 enjoys physical measurements of 95mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") along with a weight of 136 grams (0.30 lbs) while the Panasonic ZS8 has specifications of 105mm x 58mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") with a weight of 210 grams (0.46 lbs).

Examine the Olympus FE-4000 versus Panasonic ZS8 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you choose at that time. Here is the front view overall size comparison of the FE-4000 vs the ZS8.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the FE-4000 and ZS8 is 95 and 92 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very difficult to visualize the difference in sensor sizing merely by researching specifications. The photograph below may give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the FE-4000 and ZS8.

To sum up, the 2 cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but different megapixels. You should expect to see the Panasonic ZS8 to provide you with greater detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop images much more aggressively. The older FE-4000 will be behind with regard to sensor innovation.