Panasonic FS15 vs Panasonic ZS8

In this write-up, we will be reviewing the Panasonic FS15 vs Panasonic ZS8, one is a Ultracompact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both are produced by Panasonic. The resolution of the FS15 (12MP) and the ZS8 (14MP) is relatively similar and they use the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The FS15 was announced 3 years before the ZS8 which is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic FS15 being a Ultracompact camera and the Panasonic ZS8 being a Compact camera.

Before we go in to a complete comparison, below is a short view of how the FS15 scores vs the ZS8 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS15 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS8. The whole galleries are viewable at Panasonic FS15 Gallery and Panasonic ZS8 Gallery.

If you're intending to travel with your camera regularly, you will want to take into account its weight and volume. The Panasonic FS15 features outside measurements of 97mm x 54mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.9") having a weight of 136 grams (0.30 lbs) while 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).

See the Panasonic FS15 vs Panasonic ZS8 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you select at that moment. Underneath is the front view overall size comparison of the FS15 against the ZS8.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the FS15 and ZS8 is 95 and 92 respectively.

In many cases, it can be tough to see the contrast between sensor dimensions purely by reviewing specifications. The picture underneath might offer you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the FS15 and ZS8.

Plainly, the 2 cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same MP. You should count on the Panasonic ZS8 to offer more detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop pictures a little more aggressively. The more aged FS15 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.