Panasonic FH8 vs Panasonic ZS100

Here, we are reviewing the Panasonic FH8 vs Panasonic ZS100, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Large Sensor Compact and both are produced by Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the FH8 (16MP) and the ZS100 (20MP) is fairly well matched but the FH8 (1/2.3") and ZS100 (1") have different sensor sizes.

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The FH8 was released 5 years prior to the ZS100 which is quite a sizable difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic FH8 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic ZS100 being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before we go straight to a thorough comparison, here is a simple overview of how the FH8 grades vs the ZS100 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH8 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS100. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic FH8 Gallery & Panasonic ZS100 Gallery.

If you're planning to travel with your camera frequently, you have to consider its weight and size. The Panasonic FH8 has outside 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 ZS100 has specifications of 111mm x 65mm x 44mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.7") with a weight of 312 grams (0.69 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are using at that moment. Here is a front view measurements comparison of the FH8 vs the ZS100.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the FH8 and ZS100 is 96 and 87 respectively.

Typically, it is very hard to picture the gap between sensor dimensions merely by reading through specs. The picture underneath might give you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the FH8 and ZS100.

All in all, both the cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The FH8 because of its tinier sensor is going to make getting shallower DOF tougher and the Panasonic ZS100 will give greater detail as a result of its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop images a good deal more aggressively. The more aged FH8 is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.