Panasonic FZ300 vs Panasonic ZS8

Here, we are analyzing the Panasonic FZ300 versus Panasonic ZS8, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras and both of them are manufactured by Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the FZ300 (12MP) and the ZS8 (14MP) is very similar and both cameras provide the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The FZ300 was unveiled 4 years later than the ZS8 and that is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic FZ300 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic ZS8 being a Compact camera.

Before we go right into a in-depth comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the FZ300 scores against the ZS8 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ300 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS8. The full galleries are available at Panasonic FZ300 Gallery and Panasonic ZS8 Gallery.

When you are looking to lug around your camera regularly, you will have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic FZ300 features outside measurements of 132mm x 92mm x 117mm (5.2" x 3.6" x 4.6") along with a weight of 691 grams (1.52 lbs) and the Panasonic ZS8 has dimensions of 105mm x 58mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 210 grams (0.46 lbs).

Compare the Panasonic FZ300 versus Panasonic ZS8 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are working with during that time. The following is a front view overall size comparison of the FZ300 vs the ZS8.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the FZ300 and ZS8 is 59 and 92 respectively.

Typically, it is very tough to picture the difference between sensor measurements just by reviewing specs. The visual here will help offer you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the FZ300 and ZS8.

All in all, both of these cameras feature the identical sensor size but different megapixels. You should expect to see the Panasonic ZS8 to offer you greater detail having an extra 2MP. Greater resolution will enable you to crop images way more aggressively. The newer FZ300 should have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.