Olympus TG-6 vs Panasonic ZS8

Let's look more closely at the Olympus TG-6 versus Panasonic ZS8, one being a Waterproof and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Olympus and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the TG-6 (12MP) and the ZS8 (14MP) is fairly similar and both cameras boast the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The TG-6 was brought out 7 years later than the ZS8 and that is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving straight to a full comparison, here is a short highlight of how the TG-6 grades vs the ZS8 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus Tough TG-6 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS8. The entire galleries are available at Olympus TG-6 Gallery and Panasonic ZS8 Gallery.

When you are planning to lug around your camera frequently, you will have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Olympus TG-6 offers outside measurements of 113mm x 66mm x 32mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.3") having a weight of 253 grams (0.56 lbs) whilst the Panasonic ZS8 has proportions of 105mm x 58mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") having a weight of 210 grams (0.46 lbs).

Check the Olympus TG-6 versus Panasonic ZS8 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are working with at that time. Here is a front view overall size comparison of the TG-6 compared to the ZS8.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the TG-6 and ZS8 is 90 and 92 respectively.

Usually, it's tough to picture the difference between sensor measurements merely by reviewing specifications. The visual below will offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the TG-6 and ZS8.

Plainly, both of these cameras come with the identical sensor size but different megapixels. You should anticipate the Panasonic ZS8 to offer you extra detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The newer TG-6 should have an advantage in sensor tech.