Panasonic FX75 vs Panasonic ZS8

Here, we will be matching up the Panasonic FX75 vs Panasonic ZS8, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and they are both created by Panasonic. The image resolution of the FX75 (14MP) and the ZS8 (14MP) is pretty well matched and both cameras posses the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

Photography Glossary

The FX75 was unveiled 13 months before the ZS8 which makes them a generation away from one another. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before getting right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the FX75 grades vs the ZS8 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX75 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS8. The full galleries are available at Panasonic FX75 Gallery & Panasonic ZS8 Gallery.

If you are looking to carry around your camera regularly, you are going to need to factor in its weight and volume. The Panasonic FX75 comes with outside dimensions of 103mm x 55mm x 23mm (4.1" x 2.2" x 0.9") along with a weight of 165 grams (0.36 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).

Analyze the Panasonic FX75 vs Panasonic ZS8 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you have during that time. Following is a front view dimension comparison of the FX75 compared to the ZS8.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the FX75 and ZS8 is 94 and 92 respectively.

Normally, its tough to envision the gap between sensor sizes purely by checking specifications. The picture here will provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the FX75 and ZS8.

To sum up, both the cameras feature the identical sensor size and the same resolution and you can expect similar quality of photographs although you should really consider the launch date of the products into consideration. The more aged FX75 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.