Panasonic FP8 vs Panasonic ZS8

On this page, we are contrasting the Panasonic FP8 versus Panasonic ZS8, former being a Ultracompact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both of them are sold by Panasonic. The resolution of the FP8 (12MP) and the ZS8 (14MP) is very well matched and both cameras have the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The FP8 was brought out 24 months before the ZS8 making them a generation apart from each other. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Panasonic FP8 being a Ultracompact camera and the Panasonic ZS8 being a Compact camera.

Before we go right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the FP8 grades vs the ZS8 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP8 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS8. The entire galleries are available at Panasonic FP8 Gallery & Panasonic ZS8 Gallery.

If you're intending to lug around your camera, you need to take into account its weight and volume. The Panasonic FP8 comes with outside measurements of 96mm x 60mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 0.8") having a weight of 151 grams (0.33 lbs) and the Panasonic ZS8 has sizing of 105mm x 58mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") with a weight of 210 grams (0.46 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic FP8 versus Panasonic ZS8 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are working with at that moment. Following is a front view physical size comparison of the FP8 and the ZS8.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the FP8 and ZS8 is 95 and 92 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's tough to imagine the gap between sensor measurements simply by checking a spec sheet. The photograph here might provide you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the FP8 and ZS8.

Clearly, both the cameras have the same sensor dimensions but different megapixels. You can expect to see the Panasonic ZS8 to give you extra detail having its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will help you crop photos a bit more aggressively. The older FP8 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.