Panasonic FZ150 vs Panasonic ZS8
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Panasonic FZ150 vs Panasonic ZS8 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-600mm (F2.8-5.2) lens
- 528g - 124 x 82 x 92mm
- Announced April 2012
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-384mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 210g - 105 x 58 x 33mm
- Released July 2011
- Alternate Name is Lumix DMC-TZ18
- Replaced the Panasonic ZS7
Panasonic FZ150 vs Panasonic ZS8 Overview
On this page, we are contrasting the Panasonic FZ150 and Panasonic ZS8, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras and both are sold by Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the FZ150 (12MP) and the ZS8 (14MP) is fairly similar and both cameras provide the same sensor size (1/2.3").
Pentax 17 Pre-Orders Outperform Expectations by a LandslideThe FZ150 was manufactured 9 months after the ZS8 which means that they are of a similar generation. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Panasonic FZ150 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic ZS8 being a Compact camera.
Before going into a complete comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the FZ150 scores against the ZS8 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Panasonic FZ150 vs Panasonic ZS8 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ150 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS8. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic FZ150 Gallery and Panasonic ZS8 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FZ150 over the Panasonic ZS8
FZ150 | ZS8 | |||
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Released | April 2012 | July 2011 | More modern by 9 months | |
Manually focus | Dial precise focusing | |||
Display type | Fully Articulated | Fixed | Fully Articulating display | |
Display resolution | 460k | 230k | Clearer display (+230k dot) | |
Selfie screen | Take selfies |
Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS8 over the Panasonic FZ150
ZS8 | FZ150 |
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Common features in the Panasonic FZ150 and Panasonic ZS8
FZ150 | ZS8 | |||
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Display dimensions | 3" | 3" | Equal display size | |
Touch display | Neither offers Touch display |
Panasonic FZ150 vs Panasonic ZS8 Physical Comparison
In case you're intending to carry around your camera, you'll have to think about its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FZ150 offers exterior measurements of 124mm x 82mm x 92mm (4.9" x 3.2" x 3.6") accompanied by a weight of 528 grams (1.16 lbs) while the Panasonic ZS8 has measurements of 105mm x 58mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") and a weight of 210 grams (0.46 lbs).
Analyze the Panasonic FZ150 and Panasonic ZS8 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Here is a front view measurement comparison of the FZ150 against the ZS8.
Using size and weight, the portability grade of the FZ150 and ZS8 is 67 and 92 respectively.
Panasonic FZ150 vs Panasonic ZS8 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it can be tough to envision the gap between sensor sizes merely by reviewing technical specs. The picture here may provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the FZ150 and ZS8.
As you have seen, both the cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same megapixels. You should anticipate the Panasonic ZS8 to offer greater detail due to its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop pics a bit more aggressively. The more recent FZ150 is going to have an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.
Panasonic FZ150 vs Panasonic ZS8 Screen and ViewFinder
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Panasonic FZ150 vs Panasonic ZS8 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ150 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS8 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Panasonic | Panasonic |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ150 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS8 |
Other name | - | Lumix DMC-TZ18 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Announced | 2012-04-11 | 2011-07-19 |
Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | Venus Engine FHD |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4320 x 3240 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 23 | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-600mm (24.0x) | 24-384mm (16.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/2.8-5.2 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | 3cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fully Articulated | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 460k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Screen tech | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | - |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30s | 60s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shooting speed | 12.0 frames per second | 2.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 9.50 m | 5.00 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60, 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (220 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video format | MPEG-4, AVCHD, Motion JPEG | MPEG-4 |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 528g (1.16 pounds) | 210g (0.46 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 124 x 82 x 92mm (4.9" x 3.2" x 3.6") | 105 x 58 x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | 40 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | 19.4 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | 10.9 | not tested |
DXO Low light score | 132 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 410 images | 340 images |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10 sec (3 pictures)) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch price | $499 | $275 |