Olympus 7030 vs Panasonic ZS8

Following is a in-depth review of the Olympus 7030 and Panasonic ZS8, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Olympus and Panasonic. The resolution of the 7030 (14MP) and the ZS8 (14MP) is relatively close and they feature the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The 7030 was introduced 18 months prior to the ZS8 which makes the cameras a generation away from one another. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving through a more detailed comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the 7030 grades versus the ZS8 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus Stylus 7030 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS8. The whole galleries are available at Olympus 7030 Gallery & Panasonic ZS8 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to carry around your camera often, you should consider its weight and measurements. The Olympus 7030 provides physical dimensions of 93mm x 56mm x 26mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 1.0") having a weight of 140 grams (0.31 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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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Following is the front view size comparison of the 7030 against the ZS8.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the 7030 and ZS8 is 95 and 92 respectively.

Normally, it is very difficult to see the gap in sensor sizes simply by viewing specs. The image below might provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the 7030 and ZS8.

As you can plainly see, both of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the same resolution and you can expect comparable quality of photographs but you should consider the age of the cameras into account. The more aged 7030 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.