Panasonic FZ1000 II vs Panasonic GF8

In this article, we will be evaluating the Panasonic FZ1000 II versus Panasonic GF8, one is a Large Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and they are both created by Panasonic. There is a big difference among the sensor resolutions of the FZ1000 II (20MP) and GF8 (16MP) and the FZ1000 II (1") and GF8 (Four Thirds) feature totally different sensor sizes.

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The FZ1000 II was unveiled 3 years after the GF8 which is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic FZ1000 II being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic GF8 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving straight into a detailed comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the FZ1000 II grades versus the GF8 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DC-FZ1000 II and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF8. The full galleries are available at Panasonic FZ1000 II Gallery and Panasonic GF8 Gallery.

When you are intending to travel with your camera often, you have to think about its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FZ1000 II provides physical dimensions of 136mm x 97mm x 132mm (5.4" x 3.8" x 5.2") along with a weight of 808 grams (1.78 lbs) whilst the Panasonic GF8 has proportions of 107mm x 65mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.6" x 1.3") and a weight of 266 grams (0.59 lbs).

See the Panasonic FZ1000 II versus Panasonic GF8 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you select during that time. The following is the front view measurement comparison of the FZ1000 II against the GF8.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the FZ1000 II and GF8 is 55 and 90 respectively.

Oftentimes, its difficult to visualise the difference in sensor dimensions simply by seeing technical specs. The picture below will provide you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the FZ1000 II and GF8.

As you have seen, both the cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The FZ1000 II with its smaller sensor will make getting bokeh trickier and the Panasonic FZ1000 II will provide greater detail having an extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop pictures far more aggressively. The more modern FZ1000 II will have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.