Panasonic FX48 vs Panasonic ZS8

Following is a thorough overview of the Panasonic FX48 and Panasonic ZS8, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and they are both manufactured by Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the FX48 (12MP) and the ZS8 (14MP) is very close and both cameras offer the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The FX48 was introduced 3 years before the ZS8 which is a fairly large difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving right into a in-depth comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the FX48 matches up against the ZS8 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX48 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS8. The whole galleries are provided at Panasonic FX48 Gallery & Panasonic ZS8 Gallery.

For those who are intending to carry around your camera regularly, you have to consider its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FX48 features outer dimensions of 95mm x 53mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.9") and a weight of 150 grams (0.33 lbs) and the Panasonic ZS8 has measurements of 105mm x 58mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") with a weight of 210 grams (0.46 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you have attached at that moment. Following is a front view dimension comparison of the FX48 versus the ZS8.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the FX48 and ZS8 is 95 and 92 respectively.

Often, it is very hard to envision the difference in sensor sizes simply by viewing a spec sheet. The pic underneath will help offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the FX48 and ZS8.

Clearly, the 2 cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same MP. You can expect to see the Panasonic ZS8 to render greater detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also let you crop pics a bit more aggressively. The more aged FX48 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.