Olympus 8000 vs Panasonic ZS1

The following is a extended comparison of the Olympus 8000 and Panasonic ZS1, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Olympus and Panasonic. The image resolution of the 8000 (12MP) and the ZS1 (10MP) is relatively similar but the 8000 (1/2.3") and ZS1 (1/2.5") feature totally different sensor sizing.

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The 8000 was launched 2 months after the ZS1 so they are of a similar generation. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a quick summation of how the 8000 matches up against the ZS1 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus Stylus Tough 8000 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS1. The complete galleries are available at Olympus 8000 Gallery and Panasonic ZS1 Gallery.

When you are aiming to travel with your camera, you are going to need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Olympus 8000 features physical measurements of 95mm x 62mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") having a weight of 182 grams (0.40 lbs) while the Panasonic ZS1 has measurements of 103mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") having a weight of 229 grams (0.50 lbs).

Analyze the Olympus 8000 and Panasonic ZS1 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Here is the front view scale comparison of the 8000 against the ZS1.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the 8000 and ZS1 is 94 and 91 respectively.

Usually, it can be hard to envision the contrast between sensor dimensions simply by going over technical specs. The image here may give you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the 8000 and ZS1.

As you can tell, both cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The 8000 because of its bigger sensor will make getting shallow DOF easier and the Olympus 8000 will offer you more detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop pictures a little more aggressively.