Olympus 8000 vs Panasonic ZS30

Here, we will be reviewing the Olympus 8000 and Panasonic ZS30, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Olympus and Panasonic. There is a sizable difference among the sensor resolutions of the 8000 (12MP) and ZS30 (18MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The 8000 was revealed 4 years prior to the ZS30 which is a fairly significant difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before getting into a in-depth comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the 8000 grades versus the ZS30 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus Stylus Tough 8000 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS30. The full galleries are available at Olympus 8000 Gallery & Panasonic ZS30 Gallery.

For those who are intending to travel with your camera regularly, you're going to have to consider its weight and size. The Olympus 8000 has got outside dimensions 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 ZS30 has specifications of 105mm x 59mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 198 grams (0.44 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have chosen at that time. Following is a front view dimensions comparison of the 8000 against the ZS30.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the 8000 and ZS30 is 94 and 92 respectively.

Often, it's hard to envision the difference in sensor dimensions only by researching specifications. The pic underneath should provide you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the 8000 and ZS30.

To sum up, the two cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same megapixels. You can expect the Panasonic ZS30 to provide you with extra detail because of its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution will allow you to crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The more aged 8000 will be behind in sensor technology.