Panasonic FP3 vs Panasonic ZS8

Here, we will be matching up the Panasonic FP3 versus Panasonic ZS8, one is a Ultracompact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both are sold by Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the FP3 (14MP) and the ZS8 (14MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras offer the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The FP3 was released 18 months before the ZS8 which makes them a generation away from one another. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic FP3 being a Ultracompact camera and the Panasonic ZS8 being a Compact camera.

Before going straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the FP3 matches up versus the ZS8 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP3 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS8. The complete galleries are available at Panasonic FP3 Gallery and Panasonic ZS8 Gallery.

If you are looking to travel with your camera, you will have to factor in its weight and size. The Panasonic FP3 has physical measurements of 99mm x 59mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") with a weight of 155 grams (0.34 lbs) while the Panasonic ZS8 has specifications of 105mm x 58mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") with a weight of 210 grams (0.46 lbs).

Contrast the Panasonic FP3 versus 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 are utilising at that time. Underneath is a front view measurement comparison of the FP3 versus the ZS8.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the FP3 and ZS8 is 95 and 92 respectively.

More often than not, it's tough to envision the gap between sensor dimensions just by reading through a spec sheet. The image below should provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the FP3 and ZS8.

Clearly, both cameras come with the identical sensor size and the same megapixels and you should expect similar quality of files though you have to take the production date of the products into consideration. The more aged FP3 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.