Panasonic FH8 vs Panasonic SZ3

Lets take a deeper look at the Panasonic FH8 vs Panasonic SZ3, both Small Sensor Compact cameras and both are designed by Panasonic. The resolution of the FH8 (16MP) and the SZ3 (16MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras offer the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The FH8 was brought out 12 months prior to the SZ3 and they are of a similar age. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving straight to a in depth comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the FH8 scores against the SZ3 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH8 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ3. The entire galleries are available at Panasonic FH8 Gallery & Panasonic SZ3 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to travel with your camera frequently, you will have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FH8 has external measurements of 96mm x 57mm x 19mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") along with a weight of 123 grams (0.27 lbs) and the Panasonic SZ3 has proportions of 95mm x 56mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 126 grams (0.28 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are using during that time. Below is a front view dimensions comparison of the FH8 against the SZ3.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the FH8 and SZ3 is 96 and 96 respectively.

Oftentimes, its hard to visualize the contrast in sensor dimensions merely by seeing specifications. The image here should offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the FH8 and SZ3.

Plainly, both the cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the same exact resolution and you can expect comparable quality of photos however you might want to take the age of the cameras into account. The more aged FH8 will be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.