Panasonic GF8 vs Panasonic TS10

Here is a detailed overview of the Panasonic GF8 versus Panasonic TS10, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Waterproof and both are built by Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the GF8 (16MP) and the TS10 (14MP) is pretty similar but the GF8 (Four Thirds) and TS10 (1/2.3") provide different sensor measurements.

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The GF8 was unveiled 6 years later than the TS10 and that is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic GF8 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic TS10 being a Compact camera.

Before diving into a thorough comparison, here is a quick view of how the GF8 matches up vs the TS10 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF8 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS10. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic GF8 Gallery and Panasonic TS10 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to carry your camera often, you should factor in its weight and measurements. The Panasonic GF8 provides outside measurements of 107mm x 65mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.6" x 1.3") having a weight of 266 grams (0.59 lbs) and the Panasonic TS10 has proportions of 99mm x 63mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") with a weight of 188 grams (0.41 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic GF8 versus Panasonic TS10 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are working with at the time. Following is a front view proportions comparison of the GF8 against the TS10.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the GF8 and TS10 is 90 and 93 respectively.

Generally, it is very tough to imagine the gap between sensor sizing just by going over specifications. The graphic underneath might give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the GF8 and TS10.

To sum up, both of the cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The GF8 with its bigger sensor is going to make achieving shallower depth of field simpler and the Panasonic GF8 will offer you greater detail having an extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop pictures way more aggressively. The fresher GF8 provides an edge in sensor technology.