Olympus SP-820UZ vs Panasonic ZS8

Let's look a bit more closely at the Olympus SP-820UZ vs Panasonic ZS8, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals Olympus and Panasonic. The resolution of the SP-820UZ (14MP) and the ZS8 (14MP) is pretty well matched and they use the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SP-820UZ was announced 14 months later than the ZS8 which makes the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving through a in-depth comparison, below is a short introduction of how the SP-820UZ grades versus the ZS8 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus Stylus SP-820UZ & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS8. The whole galleries are provided at Olympus SP-820UZ Gallery & Panasonic ZS8 Gallery.

In case you're intending to lug around your camera frequently, you are going to need to consider its weight and measurements. The Olympus SP-820UZ enjoys exterior measurements of 117mm x 78mm x 93mm (4.6" x 3.1" x 3.7") accompanied by a weight of 485 grams (1.07 lbs) while the Panasonic ZS8 has proportions of 105mm x 58mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") and a weight of 210 grams (0.46 lbs).

Look at the Olympus SP-820UZ vs Panasonic ZS8 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you have during that time. Below is the front view over all size comparison of the SP-820UZ vs the ZS8.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the SP-820UZ and ZS8 is 69 and 92 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is difficult to picture the gap between sensor measurements just by checking a spec sheet. The visual here will help give you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the SP-820UZ and ZS8.

As you can see, both cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the same exact MP and you can expect similar quality of pictures but you will want to consider the launch date of the products into consideration. The more modern SP-820UZ provides an edge with regard to sensor innovation.