Panasonic FZ70 vs Panasonic ZS8
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Panasonic FZ70 vs Panasonic ZS8 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200 (Bump to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 20-1200mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 606g - 130 x 97 x 118mm
- Announced July 2013
(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
- Introduced July 2011
- Also referred to as Lumix DMC-TZ18
- Old Model is Panasonic ZS7
Panasonic FZ70 vs Panasonic ZS8 Overview
Let's take a closer look at the Panasonic FZ70 vs Panasonic ZS8, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras and both are built by Panasonic. The resolution of the FZ70 (16MP) and the ZS8 (14MP) is fairly similar and both cameras posses the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firmsThe FZ70 was released 2 years after the ZS8 which is quite a big difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic FZ70 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic ZS8 being a Compact camera.
Before getting right into a thorough comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the FZ70 grades versus the ZS8 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Panasonic FZ70 vs Panasonic ZS8 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ70 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS8. The complete galleries are available at Panasonic FZ70 Gallery & Panasonic ZS8 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FZ70 over the Panasonic ZS8
FZ70 | ZS8 | |||
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Introduced | July 2013 | July 2011 | More modern by 25 months | |
Manually focus | More exact focusing | |||
Display resolution | 460k | 230k | Sharper display (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS8 over the Panasonic FZ70
ZS8 | FZ70 |
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Common features in the Panasonic FZ70 and Panasonic ZS8
FZ70 | ZS8 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display size | 3" | 3" | Same display sizing | |
Selfie screen | Neither features selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Neither features Touch display |
Panasonic FZ70 vs Panasonic ZS8 Physical Comparison
When you are looking to carry around your camera regularly, you have to factor in its weight and size. The Panasonic FZ70 enjoys outside dimensions of 130mm x 97mm x 118mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 4.6") with a weight of 606 grams (1.34 lbs) while the Panasonic ZS8 has specifications of 105mm x 58mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 210 grams (0.46 lbs).
Take a look at the Panasonic FZ70 vs Panasonic ZS8 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you select at that time. Here is a front view dimension comparison of the FZ70 vs the ZS8.
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the FZ70 and ZS8 is 63 and 92 respectively.
Panasonic FZ70 vs Panasonic ZS8 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it is very tough to visualise the contrast between sensor sizes purely by going over specifications. The image below will help give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the FZ70 and ZS8.
Plainly, the 2 cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same MP. You can anticipate the Panasonic FZ70 to offer extra detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will enable you to crop images way more aggressively. The more modern FZ70 is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.
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Panasonic FZ70 vs Panasonic ZS8 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ70 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS8 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Panasonic | Panasonic |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ70 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS8 |
Also referred to as | - | Lumix DMC-TZ18 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Announced | 2013-07-18 | 2011-07-19 |
Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Venus Engine | Venus Engine FHD |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 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 |
Highest resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4320 x 3240 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Highest boosted ISO | 6400 | - |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Number of focus points | 23 | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 20-1200mm (60.0x) | 24-384mm (16.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/2.8-5.9 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focus range | 1cm | 3cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 460k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Screen technology | TFT Screen LCD Display | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder resolution | 202k dot | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | - |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 8s | 60s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shooting speed | 9.0 frames/s | 2.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 13.50 m | 5.00 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (50i/60i, 25p/30p), 1280 x 720p (50p/60p or 25p/30p), 640 x 480 (25p/30p) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, AVCHD | MPEG-4 |
Mic 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 | 606 grams (1.34 lbs) | 210 grams (0.46 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 130 x 97 x 118mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 4.6") | 105 x 58 x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | 41 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | 19.4 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | 10.8 | not tested |
DXO Low light score | 171 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 400 photographs | 340 photographs |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Cost at launch | $300 | $275 |