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Olympus VG-110 vs Panasonic ZS8

Portability
97
Imaging
35
Features
20
Overall
29
Olympus VG-110 front
 
Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS8 front
Portability
92
Imaging
37
Features
39
Overall
37

Olympus VG-110 vs Panasonic ZS8 Key Specs

Olympus VG-110
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 80 - 1600
  • 640 x 480 video
  • 27-108mm (F2.9-6.5) lens
  • 105g - 92 x 54 x 20mm
  • Revealed February 2011
Panasonic ZS8
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 6400
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 24-384mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
  • 210g - 105 x 58 x 33mm
  • Released July 2011
  • Alternative Name is Lumix DMC-TZ18
  • Succeeded the Panasonic ZS7
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Olympus VG-110 vs Panasonic ZS8 Overview

On this page, we will be looking at the Olympus VG-110 vs Panasonic ZS8, one being a Ultracompact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Olympus and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the VG-110 (12MP) and the ZS8 (14MP) is relatively close and both cameras posses the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The VG-110 was released 5 months earlier than the ZS8 so they are both of a similar generation. The two cameras have different body design with the Olympus VG-110 being a Ultracompact camera and the Panasonic ZS8 being a Compact camera.

Before going into a comprehensive comparison, here is a quick summary of how the VG-110 matches up versus the ZS8 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Olympus VG-110 over the Panasonic ZS8

 VG-110 ZS8 

Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS8 over the Olympus VG-110

 ZS8 VG-110 
Screen dimensions3"2.7"Bigger screen (+0.3")

Common features in the Olympus VG-110 and Panasonic ZS8

 VG-110 ZS8 
ReleasedFebruary 2011July 2011Same generation
Manual focus No manual focusing
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen resolution230k230kEqual screen resolution
Selfie screen Lacking selfie screen
Touch screen Lacking Touch screen

Olympus VG-110 vs Panasonic ZS8 Physical Comparison

When you are aiming to carry your camera regularly, you will have to factor in its weight and volume. The Olympus VG-110 features physical dimensions of 92mm x 54mm x 20mm (3.6" x 2.1" x 0.8") and a weight of 105 grams (0.23 lbs) and the Panasonic ZS8 has sizing of 105mm x 58mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") with a weight of 210 grams (0.46 lbs).

Analyze the Olympus VG-110 vs Panasonic ZS8 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are employing during that time. Here is a front view measurement comparison of the VG-110 and the ZS8.

Olympus VG-110 vs Panasonic ZS8 size comparison

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the VG-110 and ZS8 is 97 and 92 respectively.

Olympus VG-110 vs Panasonic ZS8 top view buttons comparison

Olympus VG-110 vs Panasonic ZS8 Sensor Comparison

Generally, it can be tough to envision the contrast in sensor sizing just by looking through technical specs. The visual here will give you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the VG-110 and ZS8.

As you can tell, both of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same resolution. You should count on the Panasonic ZS8 to result in extra detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop pictures more aggressively.

Olympus VG-110 vs Panasonic ZS8 sensor size comparison

Olympus VG-110 vs Panasonic ZS8 Screen and ViewFinder

Olympus VG-110 vs Panasonic ZS8 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Olympus VG-110 Portrait photography details
Panasonic ZS8 Portrait photography details
26
includes face detect focus
focusing manually not possible
no manual mode
can't use external flash
megapixel count low (12 megapixels)
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
30
good megapixels (14 megapixels)
focusing manually not possible
external flash not possible
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
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Street Comparison

Olympus VG-110 as a Street photography camera
Panasonic ZS8 as a Street photography camera
48
no moving screen
does not have image stabilization
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
61
built in image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than competition (210 grams)
fixed screen
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
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Sports Comparison

Sports photography with Olympus VG-110
Sports photography with Panasonic ZS8
24
includes tracking focus
no shutter priority mode
does not have image stabilization
megapixel count low (12 megapixels)
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
low battery life (170 shots)
lack of phase detect auto focus
47
excellent zoom range (24-384mm 16.0 x zoom)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
good megapixels (14 megapixels)
comes with tracking autofocus
continuous shooting slow (2.0 fps)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Olympus VG-110 Travel photography factors
Panasonic ZS8 Travel photography factors
57
flash built-in
rather wide (27mm)
lack of Timelapse recording
low battery life (170 CIPA)
megapixel count low (12MP)
screen isn't selfie friendly
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.9)
69
lighter than competition (210 grams)
good megapixels (14MP)
has built in flash
relatively wide (24mm)
very long zoom (384mm)
no Time Lapse recording
does not feature selfie friendly display
slow max aperture (f3.3)
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Landscape Comparison

Landscape photography with Olympus VG-110
Landscape photography with Panasonic ZS8
27
rather wide (27mm)
focusing manually not possible
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.9)
screen is somewhat small (2.7 inch)
no manual mode
does not have image stabilization
megapixel count low (12MP)
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
low battery life (170 shots)
lack of Timelapse recording
44
relatively wide (24mm)
screen is a good size (3 inches)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
good megapixels (14 megapixels)
focusing manually not possible
cannot change lens (fixed lens mount)
slow max aperture (f3.3)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
no Time Lapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

Olympus VG-110 Vlogging factors
Panasonic ZS8 Vlogging factors
28
rather wide (27mm)
includes face detect focus
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.9)
screen isn't selfie friendly
does not have image stabilization
low quality video (640 x 480 resolution)
lack of microphone socket
30
relatively wide (24mm)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than competition (210 grams)
slow max aperture (f3.3)
does not feature selfie friendly display
video resolution low (1280 x 720 pixels)
no external mic port
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Olympus VG-110 vs Panasonic ZS8 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Olympus VG-110 and Panasonic ZS8
 Olympus VG-110Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS8
General Information
Brand Name Olympus Panasonic
Model Olympus VG-110 Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS8
Also Known as - Lumix DMC-TZ18
Category Ultracompact Small Sensor Superzoom
Revealed 2011-02-08 2011-07-19
Body design Ultracompact Compact
Sensor Information
Chip TruePic III Venus Engine FHD
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.08 x 4.56mm
Sensor area 28.1mm² 27.7mm²
Sensor resolution 12 megapixels 14 megapixels
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Max resolution 3968 x 2976 4320 x 3240
Max native ISO 1600 6400
Lowest native ISO 80 100
RAW pictures
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Autofocus touch
Autofocus continuous
Single autofocus
Tracking autofocus
Autofocus selectice
Autofocus center weighted
Multi area autofocus
Live view autofocus
Face detect focus
Contract detect focus
Phase detect focus
Number of focus points - 11
Lens
Lens mount fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 27-108mm (4.0x) 24-384mm (16.0x)
Largest aperture f/2.9-6.5 f/3.3-5.9
Macro focus range 1cm 3cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.9
Screen
Range of display Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display size 2.7 inch 3 inch
Display resolution 230 thousand dot 230 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch function
Display technology TFT Color LCD TFT LCD
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Min shutter speed 4s 60s
Max shutter speed 1/2000s 1/4000s
Continuous shutter speed - 2.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Exposure compensation - Yes
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash range 4.70 m 5.00 m
Flash modes Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro
Hot shoe
Auto exposure bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Video resolutions 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15fps) 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps)
Max video resolution 640x480 1280x720
Video data format MPEG-4 MPEG-4
Mic jack
Headphone jack
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 105g (0.23 pounds) 210g (0.46 pounds)
Physical dimensions 92 x 54 x 20mm (3.6" x 2.1" x 0.8") 105 x 58 x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3")
DXO scores
DXO Overall score not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth score not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range score not tested not tested
DXO Low light score not tested not tested
Other
Battery life 170 photographs 340 photographs
Battery form Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery model LI-70B -
Self timer Yes (2 or 12 sec) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse recording
Type of storage SD/SDHC SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal
Storage slots 1 1
Pricing at release $150 $275