Panasonic FH20 vs Panasonic ZS8

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").

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The 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.

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.

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.

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.