Panasonic FH20 vs Panasonic ZS8
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Panasonic FH20 vs Panasonic ZS8 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-224mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 178g - 100 x 56 x 28mm
- Announced January 2010
- Additionally referred to as Lumix DMC-FS30
(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
- Revealed July 2011
- Additionally referred to as Lumix DMC-TZ18
- Superseded the Panasonic ZS7
Panasonic FH20 vs Panasonic ZS8 Overview
The following is a complete review of the Panasonic FH20 and Panasonic ZS8, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and they are both offered by Panasonic. The image resolution of the FH20 (14MP) and the ZS8 (14MP) is fairly comparable and they feature the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe FH20 was released 18 months before the ZS8 making the cameras a generation away from one another. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before going through a step-by-step comparison, below is a short summary of how the FH20 scores against the ZS8 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Panasonic FH20 vs Panasonic ZS8 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH20 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS8. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic FH20 Gallery and Panasonic ZS8 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FH20 over the Panasonic ZS8
FH20 | ZS8 |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS8 over the Panasonic FH20
ZS8 | FH20 | |||
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Revealed | July 2011 | January 2010 | Newer by 18 months | |
Display dimension | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Common features in the Panasonic FH20 and Panasonic ZS8
FH20 | ZS8 | |||
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Manual focus | No manual focus | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display resolution | 230k | 230k | Same display resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither comes with selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | No Touch friendly display |
Panasonic FH20 vs Panasonic ZS8 Physical Comparison
In case you're aiming to travel with your camera frequently, you'll have to think about its weight and size. The Panasonic FH20 comes with exterior measurements of 100mm x 56mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") with a weight of 178 grams (0.39 lbs) whilst 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).
Check out the Panasonic FH20 and Panasonic ZS8 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you choose at that time. Below is the front view size comparison of the FH20 and the ZS8.
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the FH20 and ZS8 is 93 and 92 respectively.
Panasonic FH20 vs Panasonic ZS8 Sensor Comparison
Typically, its tough to visualize the gap in sensor dimensions merely by seeing specs. The image here will offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the FH20 and ZS8.
As you can plainly see, the two cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the same MP therefore you should expect comparable quality of files though you really should take the production date of the cameras into account. The more aged FH20 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.
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Panasonic FH20 vs Panasonic ZS8 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH20 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS8 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Panasonic | Panasonic |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH20 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS8 |
Also called as | Lumix DMC-FS30 | Lumix DMC-TZ18 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Announced | 2010-01-06 | 2011-07-19 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | Venus Engine FHD |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4320 x 3240 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-224mm (8.0x) | 24-384mm (16.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.3-5.9 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focus distance | 5cm | 3cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Display tech | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 60 seconds | 60 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/1600 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 5.0 frames/s | 2.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 5.80 m (Auto ISO) | 5.00 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4 |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 178g (0.39 lbs) | 210g (0.46 lbs) |
Dimensions | 100 x 56 x 28mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") | 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 | - | 340 photos |
Type of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at release | $179 | $275 |