Olympus 7000 vs Panasonic ZS8

Here is a in-depth analysis of the Olympus 7000 and Panasonic ZS8, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Olympus and Panasonic. The resolution of the 7000 (12MP) and the ZS8 (14MP) is relatively well matched and they come with the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The 7000 was launched 3 years before the ZS8 and that is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the 7000 grades against the ZS8 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus Stylus 7000 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS8. The complete galleries are viewable at Olympus 7000 Gallery & Panasonic ZS8 Gallery.

In case you're looking to carry your camera often, you will have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Olympus 7000 has got outside dimensions of 96mm x 56mm x 25mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.0") and a weight of 172 grams (0.38 lbs) whilst the Panasonic ZS8 has proportions of 105mm x 58mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 210 grams (0.46 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are working with during that time. Following is the front view size comparison of the 7000 versus the ZS8.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the 7000 and ZS8 is 94 and 92 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's difficult to envision the contrast between sensor sizing purely by looking at technical specs. The visual here may give you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the 7000 and ZS8.

As you can tell, the two cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same resolution. You can count on the Panasonic ZS8 to give you more detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop pictures far more aggressively. The older 7000 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor tech.