Panasonic GF8 vs Panasonic ZS10

Below is a extensive overview of the Panasonic GF8 and Panasonic ZS10, former being a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both are produced by Panasonic. The resolution of the GF8 (16MP) and the ZS10 (14MP) is very close but the GF8 (Four Thirds) and ZS10 (1/2.3") possess different sensor dimensions.

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The GF8 was launched 5 years later than the ZS10 and that is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic GF8 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic ZS10 being a Compact camera.

Before diving straight into a complete comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the GF8 scores versus the ZS10 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

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When you are aiming to lug around your camera regularly, you need to factor its weight and proportions. The Panasonic GF8 enjoys 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) while the Panasonic ZS10 has measurements of 105mm x 58mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 219 grams (0.48 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you choose at that moment. Below is the front view sizing comparison of the GF8 compared to the ZS10.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the GF8 and ZS10 is 90 and 91 respectively.

Usually, it's hard to imagine the gap in sensor measurements purely by looking through a spec sheet. The photograph below will offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the GF8 and ZS10.

Clearly, the two cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The GF8 due to its larger sensor is going to make getting bokeh less difficult and the Panasonic GF8 will result in greater detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop photos a little more aggressively. The newer GF8 should have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.