Panasonic FZ300 vs Panasonic GF8

Following is a in depth overview of the Panasonic FZ300 vs Panasonic GF8, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and both are manufactured by Panasonic. There is a big difference between the image resolutions of the FZ300 (12MP) and GF8 (16MP) and the FZ300 (1/2.3") and GF8 (Four Thirds) possess totally different sensor sizing.

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The FZ300 was launched 7 months earlier than the GF8 which means that they are of a similar generation. Both of these cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic FZ300 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic GF8 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving straight into a in depth comparison, below is a short overview of how the FZ300 scores vs the GF8 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ300 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF8. The complete galleries are available at Panasonic FZ300 Gallery and Panasonic GF8 Gallery.

If you're aiming to carry around your camera often, you'll have to consider its weight and size. The Panasonic FZ300 features outside dimensions of 132mm x 92mm x 117mm (5.2" x 3.6" x 4.6") along with a weight of 691 grams (1.52 lbs) whilst the Panasonic GF8 has specifications of 107mm x 65mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.6" x 1.3") having a weight of 266 grams (0.59 lbs).

Contrast the Panasonic FZ300 vs Panasonic GF8 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have attached at that moment. Following is the front view dimensions comparison of the FZ300 and the GF8.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the FZ300 and GF8 is 59 and 90 respectively.

In many cases, it can be tough to envision the contrast between sensor sizes only by going over specifications. The picture underneath may offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the FZ300 and GF8.

To sum up, both of these cameras have got different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The FZ300 because of its tinier sensor will make getting shallower depth of field more challenging and the Panasonic GF8 will offer you more detail utilizing its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop photographs much more aggressively. The more aged FZ300 is going to be behind with regard to sensor innovation.