Olympus 8000 vs Panasonic ZS15

Lets look a little more in depth at the Olympus 8000 versus Panasonic ZS15, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Olympus and Panasonic. The resolution of the 8000 (12MP) and the ZS15 (12MP) is fairly comparable and both cameras provide the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The 8000 was revealed 4 years prior to the ZS15 and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving straight to a in depth comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the 8000 grades vs the ZS15 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus Stylus Tough 8000 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS15. The full galleries are provided at Olympus 8000 Gallery and Panasonic ZS15 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to lug around your camera regularly, you will want to factor in its weight and volume. The Olympus 8000 features outer measurements of 95mm x 62mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") along with a weight of 182 grams (0.40 lbs) whilst the Panasonic ZS15 has sizing of 105mm x 58mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") having a weight of 208 grams (0.46 lbs).

Contrast the Olympus 8000 versus Panasonic ZS15 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Here is a front view overall size comparison of the 8000 vs the ZS15.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the 8000 and ZS15 is 94 and 92 respectively.

Normally, it is very hard to visualise the gap in sensor measurements just by checking out specs. The visual here may give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the 8000 and ZS15.

All in all, the two cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the identical MP and you should expect comparable quality of photographs although you have to factor the production date of the cameras into account. The older 8000 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.