Panasonic FH8 vs Panasonic ZS60

Here is a extensive analysis of the Panasonic FH8 and Panasonic ZS60, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both of them are built by Panasonic. The image resolution of the FH8 (16MP) and the ZS60 (18MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras provide the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The FH8 was manufactured 5 years before the ZS60 and that is quite a serious difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving straight to a thorough comparison, here is a short introduction of how the FH8 scores versus the ZS60 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH8 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS60. The entire galleries are provided at Panasonic FH8 Gallery & Panasonic ZS60 Gallery.

If you're planning to carry your camera, you will have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FH8 enjoys external 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 ZS60 has proportions of 112mm x 64mm x 38mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.5") and a weight of 282 grams (0.62 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic FH8 and Panasonic ZS60 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you choose at that moment. Here is a front view over all size comparison of the FH8 compared to the ZS60.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the FH8 and ZS60 is 96 and 88 respectively.

Quite often, it is very tough to visualize the difference between sensor sizing simply by reading through a spec sheet. The graphic below will help offer you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the FH8 and ZS60.

As you can see, the 2 cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different resolution. You can count on the Panasonic ZS60 to give you greater detail due to its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will let you crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The older FH8 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor technology.