Olympus VG-160 vs Panasonic ZS8

Following is a in-depth assessment of the Olympus VG-160 and Panasonic ZS8, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Olympus and Panasonic. The image resolution of the VG-160 (14MP) and the ZS8 (14MP) is relatively close and both cameras posses the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The VG-160 was brought out 6 months after the ZS8 so they are of a similar generation. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving into a in depth comparison, here is a short overview of how the VG-160 matches up against the ZS8 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus VG-160 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS8. The entire galleries are available at Olympus VG-160 Gallery and Panasonic ZS8 Gallery.

When you are aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you're going to have to factor its weight and measurements. The Olympus VG-160 has outside measurements of 96mm x 57mm x 19mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs) and 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 out the Olympus VG-160 and Panasonic ZS8 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are utilising at that time. Here is a front view size comparison of the VG-160 and the ZS8.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the VG-160 and ZS8 is 96 and 92 respectively.

Often, it can be hard to visualise the gap in sensor sizes merely by researching technical specs. The image here will help provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the VG-160 and ZS8.

As you can tell, the 2 cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the exact same MP so you should expect comparable quality of images however you really should factor the production date of the cameras into account.