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Panasonic S1H vs Panasonic ZS8

Portability
52
Imaging
75
Features
87
Overall
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Panasonic Lumix DC-S1H front
 
Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS8 front
Portability
92
Imaging
37
Features
39
Overall
37

Panasonic S1H vs Panasonic ZS8 Key Specs

Panasonic S1H
(Full Review)
  • 24MP - Full frame Sensor
  • 3.2" Fully Articulated Display
  • ISO 100 - 51200 (Expand to 204800)
  • Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
  • 1/8000s Max Shutter
  • 5952 x 3988 video
  • Leica L Mount
  • 1052g - 151 x 114 x 110mm
  • Released August 2019
Panasonic ZS8
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 6400
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 24-384mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
  • 210g - 105 x 58 x 33mm
  • Introduced July 2011
  • Alternative Name is Lumix DMC-TZ18
  • Old Model is Panasonic ZS7
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Panasonic S1H vs Panasonic ZS8 Overview

Following is a in depth assessment of the Panasonic S1H versus Panasonic ZS8, one is a Pro Mirrorless and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both of them are offered by Panasonic. There is a big difference between the resolutions of the S1H (24MP) and ZS8 (14MP) and the S1H (Full frame) and ZS8 (1/2.3") possess totally different sensor sizes.

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The S1H was released 8 years after the ZS8 which is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic S1H being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic ZS8 being a Compact camera.

Before we go through a step-by-step comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the S1H matches up versus the ZS8 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Panasonic S1H over the Panasonic ZS8

 S1H ZS8 
IntroducedAugust 2019July 2011More modern by 99 months
Focus manually Very accurate focusing
Display typeFully ArticulatedFixed Fully Articulating display
Display sizing3.2"3"Larger display (+0.2")
Display resolution2330k230kCrisper display (+2100k dot)
Selfie screen Easy selfies
Touch display Easily navigate

Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS8 over the Panasonic S1H

 ZS8 S1H 

Common features in the Panasonic S1H and Panasonic ZS8

 S1H ZS8 

Panasonic S1H vs Panasonic ZS8 Physical Comparison

If you're going to carry around your camera regularly, you will have to consider its weight and size. The Panasonic S1H features physical dimensions of 151mm x 114mm x 110mm (5.9" x 4.5" x 4.3") having a weight of 1052 grams (2.32 lbs) and the Panasonic ZS8 has specifications of 105mm x 58mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") having a weight of 210 grams (0.46 lbs).

Compare the Panasonic S1H versus Panasonic ZS8 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have attached at the time. The following is the front view overall size comparison of the S1H against the ZS8.

Panasonic S1H vs Panasonic ZS8 size comparison

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the S1H and ZS8 is 52 and 92 respectively.

Panasonic S1H vs Panasonic ZS8 top view buttons comparison

Panasonic S1H vs Panasonic ZS8 Sensor Comparison

Usually, its tough to visualise the difference between sensor sizes only by checking specifications. The picture underneath should give you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the S1H and ZS8.

Plainly, both cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The S1H due to its larger sensor will make achieving shallower depth of field simpler and the Panasonic S1H will resolve extra detail as a result of its extra 10MP. Greater resolution will let you crop pics a little more aggressively. The newer S1H will have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.

Panasonic S1H vs Panasonic ZS8 sensor size comparison

Panasonic S1H vs Panasonic ZS8 Screen and ViewFinder

Panasonic S1H vs Panasonic ZS8 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
Photography Glossary

Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Panasonic S1H Portrait photography details
Panasonic ZS8 Portrait photography details
85
you can focus manually
high flash sync speed (1/320s)
decent sensor resolution (24 megapixels)
large sensor size (Full frame)
offers face detect autofocus
supports RAW formats
30
good megapixels (14MP)
focusing manually not possible
cannot use external flash
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
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Street Comparison

Panasonic S1H Street photography info
Panasonic ZS8 Street photography info
69
fully articulated screen
image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
large sensor size (Full frame)
supports RAW formats
offers focus via touch
weather proofing
good ISO range (51,200)
more heavy than competition (1,052g)
61
built in image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than competitors (210g)
no moving screen
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
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Sports Comparison

Panasonic S1H Sports photography information
Panasonic ZS8 Sports photography information
76
great max shutter speed (1/8,000s)
silent shutter (1/8,000s)
image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
decent sensor resolution (24MP)
large sensor size (Full frame)
offers tracking focus
weather proofing
not so great battery pack (400 CIPA)
has no phase detect autofocus
47
excellent zoom range (24-384mm 16.0 x zoom)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
good megapixels (14 megapixels)
includes tracking autofocus
very slow continuous shooting (2.0 frames per second)
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Panasonic S1H as a Travel photography camera
Panasonic ZS8 as a Travel photography camera
64
weather proofing
connects via bluetooth
offers focus via touch
decent sensor resolution (24 megapixels)
display is selfie friendly
not so great battery pack (400 CIPA)
more heavy than competition (1,052g)
69
lighter than competitors (210 grams)
good megapixels (14 megapixels)
built-in flash
relatively wide (24mm)
very long reach (384mm)
does not have Timelapse recording
does not contain selfie friendly display
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.3)
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Landscape Comparison

Panasonic S1H as a Landscape photography camera
Panasonic ZS8 as a Landscape photography camera
80
you can focus manually
change lenses (Leica L mount)
screen size is decent (3.2 inch)
image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
decent sensor resolution (24 megapixels)
large sensor size (Full frame)
good ISO range (51,200)
supports RAW formats
weather proofing
has dual storage slots
not so great battery pack (400 shots)
44
relatively wide (24mm)
screen is a good size (3 inches)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
good megapixels (14 megapixels)
focusing manually not possible
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.3)
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
does not have Timelapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

Panasonic S1H as a Vlogging camera
Panasonic ZS8 as a Vlogging camera
70
display is selfie friendly
built-in touchscreen
image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
offers face detect autofocus
video resolution high (5952 x 3988 pixels)
includes microphone jack
more heavy than competition (1,052 grams)
30
relatively wide (24mm)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than competitors (210 grams)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.3)
does not contain selfie friendly display
low video resolution (1280 x 720 resolution)
does not have external microphone port
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Panasonic S1H vs Panasonic ZS8 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Panasonic S1H and Panasonic ZS8
 Panasonic Lumix DC-S1HPanasonic Lumix DMC-ZS8
General Information
Make Panasonic Panasonic
Model type Panasonic Lumix DC-S1H Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS8
Also Known as - Lumix DMC-TZ18
Category Pro Mirrorless Small Sensor Superzoom
Released 2019-08-28 2011-07-19
Body design SLR-style mirrorless Compact
Sensor Information
Powered by Venus Engine Venus Engine FHD
Sensor type CMOS CCD
Sensor size Full frame 1/2.3"
Sensor measurements 35.6 x 23.8mm 6.08 x 4.56mm
Sensor surface area 847.3mm² 27.7mm²
Sensor resolution 24MP 14MP
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Max resolution 6000 x 4000 4320 x 3240
Max native ISO 51200 6400
Max enhanced ISO 204800 -
Lowest native ISO 100 100
RAW photos
Lowest enhanced ISO 50 -
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch focus
Continuous autofocus
Single autofocus
Tracking autofocus
Selective autofocus
Autofocus center weighted
Autofocus multi area
Autofocus live view
Face detect autofocus
Contract detect autofocus
Phase detect autofocus
Total focus points 225 11
Lens
Lens support Leica L fixed lens
Lens zoom range - 24-384mm (16.0x)
Maximum aperture - f/3.3-5.9
Macro focusing distance - 3cm
Number of lenses 30 -
Crop factor 1 5.9
Screen
Range of display Fully Articulated Fixed Type
Display diagonal 3.2 inches 3 inches
Display resolution 2,330 thousand dot 230 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch friendly
Display tech - TFT LCD
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder Electronic None
Viewfinder resolution 5,760 thousand dot -
Viewfinder coverage 100% -
Viewfinder magnification 0.78x -
Features
Min shutter speed 60 seconds 60 seconds
Max shutter speed 1/8000 seconds 1/4000 seconds
Max quiet shutter speed 1/8000 seconds -
Continuous shutter speed 9.0 frames/s 2.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash distance no built-in flash 5.00 m
Flash options Auto, Auto/Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Forced On/Red-eye Reduction, Slow Sync., Slow Sync./Red-eye Reduction, Forced Off Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro
Hot shoe
AE bracketing
WB bracketing
Max flash sync 1/320 seconds -
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Video resolutions 5952 x 3988 @ 23.98p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps)
Max video resolution 5952x3988 1280x720
Video format MPEG-4, H.264, H.265 MPEG-4
Microphone jack
Headphone jack
Connectivity
Wireless Built-In None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB Yes USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environment seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 1052 grams (2.32 pounds) 210 grams (0.46 pounds)
Dimensions 151 x 114 x 110mm (5.9" x 4.5" x 4.3") 105 x 58 x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3")
DXO scores
DXO Overall rating not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth rating not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested not tested
DXO Low light rating not tested not tested
Other
Battery life 400 photos 340 photos
Battery form Battery Pack Battery Pack
Self timer Yes Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse shooting
Type of storage Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC slots (UHS-II supported) SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal
Storage slots Two 1
Price at release $3,998 $275