Panasonic FP8 vs Panasonic ZS8
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Panasonic FP8 vs Panasonic ZS8 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-128mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 151g - 96 x 60 x 20mm
- Revealed July 2009
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-384mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 210g - 105 x 58 x 33mm
- Launched July 2011
- Also Known as Lumix DMC-TZ18
- Succeeded the Panasonic ZS7
Panasonic FP8 vs Panasonic ZS8 Overview
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").
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe 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.
Panasonic FP8 vs Panasonic ZS8 Gallery
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.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FP8 over the Panasonic ZS8
FP8 | ZS8 |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS8 over the Panasonic FP8
ZS8 | FP8 | |||
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Launched | July 2011 | July 2009 | More recent by 24 months | |
Display dimensions | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Common features in the Panasonic FP8 and Panasonic ZS8
FP8 | ZS8 | |||
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Focus manually | No manual focusing | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display resolution | 230k | 230k | Identical display resolution | |
Selfie screen | Missing selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Neither comes with Touch friendly display |
Panasonic FP8 vs Panasonic ZS8 Physical Comparison
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.
Panasonic FP8 vs Panasonic ZS8 Sensor Comparison
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.
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Panasonic FP8 vs Panasonic ZS8 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP8 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS8 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Panasonic | Panasonic |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP8 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS8 |
Also Known as | - | Lumix DMC-TZ18 |
Class | Ultracompact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Revealed | 2009-07-27 | 2011-07-19 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Venus Engine V | Venus Engine FHD |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4320 x 3240 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 11 | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-128mm (4.6x) | 24-384mm (16.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.3-5.9 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focus range | 5cm | 3cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of display | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display technology | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 60 seconds | 60 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/1300 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 2.0fps | 2.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 5.50 m | 5.00 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4 |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 151g (0.33 lbs) | 210g (0.46 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 96 x 60 x 20mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 0.8") | 105 x 58 x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 340 photographs |
Style of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Cost at launch | $300 | $275 |