Panasonic FS25 vs Panasonic ZS8

Below is a in-depth analysis of the Panasonic FS25 and Panasonic ZS8, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both are designed by Panasonic. The image resolution of the FS25 (12MP) and the ZS8 (14MP) is relatively comparable and they come with the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The FS25 was released 3 years prior to the ZS8 and that is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a simple summation of how the FS25 matches up vs the ZS8 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS25 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS8. The complete galleries are available at Panasonic FS25 Gallery and Panasonic ZS8 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to lug around your camera regularly, you need to consider its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FS25 has got outside measurements of 97mm x 58mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 148 grams (0.33 lbs) and the Panasonic ZS8 has proportions of 105mm x 58mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") along with a weight of 210 grams (0.46 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are utilising during that time. Below is the front view scale comparison of the FS25 and the ZS8.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the FS25 and ZS8 is 95 and 92 respectively.

Normally, its difficult to see the difference in sensor measurements just by going through a spec sheet. The visual below may give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the FS25 and ZS8.

Clearly, both of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same megapixels. You should count on the Panasonic ZS8 to produce greater detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop photographs a little more aggressively. The older FS25 will be behind in sensor innovation.