Panasonic G100 vs Panasonic ZS8

Here is a extensive analysis of the Panasonic G100 and Panasonic ZS8, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and they are both produced by Panasonic. There exists a sizeable gap between the sensor resolutions of the G100 (20MP) and ZS8 (14MP) and the G100 (Four Thirds) and ZS8 (1/2.3") offer different sensor size.

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The G100 was revealed 9 years later than the ZS8 and that is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic G100 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic ZS8 being a Compact camera.

Before diving right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a simple view of how the G100 matches up versus the ZS8 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DC-G100 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS8. The full galleries are provided at Panasonic G100 Gallery and Panasonic ZS8 Gallery.

When you are planning to carry your camera often, you'll need to think about its weight and volume. The Panasonic G100 has got exterior measurements of 116mm x 83mm x 54mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 2.1") along with a weight of 352 grams (0.78 lbs) and the Panasonic ZS8 has sizing of 105mm x 58mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") along with a weight of 210 grams (0.46 lbs).

Analyze the Panasonic G100 and Panasonic ZS8 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Following is a front view measurement comparison of the G100 versus the ZS8.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the G100 and ZS8 is 81 and 92 respectively.

Sometimes, it's difficult to imagine the difference between sensor sizing only by reviewing technical specs. The graphic here may give you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the G100 and ZS8.

As you have seen, both cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The G100 having a bigger sensor is going to make getting shallow DOF simpler and the Panasonic G100 will offer you more detail because of its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop photographs way more aggressively. The newer G100 should have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.