Panasonic FH8 vs Panasonic ZS30

Following is a in-depth comparison of the Panasonic FH8 and Panasonic ZS30, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and they are both created by Panasonic. The image resolution of the FH8 (16MP) and the ZS30 (18MP) is relatively close and they feature the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The FH8 was manufactured 12 months earlier than the ZS30 so they are of a similar age. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting in to a detailed comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the FH8 grades vs the ZS30 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH8 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS30. The entire galleries are available at Panasonic FH8 Gallery & Panasonic ZS30 Gallery.

For those who are planning to carry around your camera, you'll need to factor its weight and volume. The Panasonic FH8 features exterior dimensions of 96mm x 57mm x 19mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") with a weight of 123 grams (0.27 lbs) and the Panasonic ZS30 has sizing of 105mm x 59mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 198 grams (0.44 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are working with at the time. Underneath is the front view proportions comparison of the FH8 against the ZS30.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the FH8 and ZS30 is 96 and 92 respectively.

Sometimes, its hard to see the gap in sensor sizes purely by viewing technical specs. The picture underneath will offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the FH8 and ZS30.

As you can tell, each of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same megapixels. You can count on the Panasonic ZS30 to provide you with extra detail due to its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop pictures far more aggressively. The more aged FH8 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.