Panasonic FS12 vs Panasonic GF8

Here, we will be evaluating the Panasonic FS12 vs Panasonic GF8, one being a Ultracompact and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and both are offered by Panasonic. There exists a huge gap between the image resolutions of the FS12 (12MP) and GF8 (16MP) and the FS12 (1/2.3") and GF8 (Four Thirds) have different sensor sizing.

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The FS12 was brought out 7 years earlier than the GF8 and that is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic FS12 being a Ultracompact camera and the Panasonic GF8 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before going into a detailed comparison, here is a brief overview of how the FS12 scores vs the GF8 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS12 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF8. The entire galleries are available at Panasonic FS12 Gallery and Panasonic GF8 Gallery.

In case you're going to carry your camera regularly, you will have to factor its weight and volume. The Panasonic FS12 has got outer dimensions of 97mm x 55mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 129 grams (0.28 lbs) while the Panasonic GF8 has sizing of 107mm x 65mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.6" x 1.3") with a weight of 266 grams (0.59 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic FS12 vs Panasonic GF8 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you select during that time. Following is a front view overall size comparison of the FS12 versus the GF8.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the FS12 and GF8 is 95 and 90 respectively.

Normally, it can be difficult to picture the contrast between sensor sizing only by going over specifications. The photograph underneath may offer you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the FS12 and GF8.

To sum up, both cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The FS12 due to its tinier sensor is going to make getting shallow depth of field more challenging and the Panasonic GF8 will offer you greater detail having its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will allow you to crop photographs way more aggressively. The older FS12 is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.