Panasonic LX10 vs Panasonic ZS8

Below is a detailed analysis of the Panasonic LX10 versus Panasonic ZS8, former being a Large Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both of them are offered by Panasonic. There is a large difference among the image resolutions of the LX10 (20MP) and ZS8 (14MP) and the LX10 (1") and ZS8 (1/2.3") posses different sensor sizing.

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The LX10 was launched 5 years later than the ZS8 and that is a fairly serious difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras have different body design with the Panasonic LX10 being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Panasonic ZS8 being a Compact camera.

Before delving into a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief view of how the LX10 matches up against the ZS8 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX10 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS8. The complete galleries are provided at Panasonic LX10 Gallery & Panasonic ZS8 Gallery.

If you are intending to lug around your camera, you are going to need to think about its weight and volume. The Panasonic LX10 features outer measurements of 106mm x 60mm x 42mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.7") and a weight of 310 grams (0.68 lbs) while the Panasonic ZS8 has sizing of 105mm x 58mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") along with a weight of 210 grams (0.46 lbs).

Compare the Panasonic LX10 versus Panasonic ZS8 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are working with at that moment. Below is a front view sizing comparison of the LX10 versus the ZS8.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the LX10 and ZS8 is 88 and 92 respectively.

Generally, it's tough to imagine the contrast in sensor measurements merely by researching a spec sheet. The graphic underneath will give you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the LX10 and ZS8.

As you can see, the 2 cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The LX10 because of its larger sensor is going to make shooting shallower depth of field simpler and the Panasonic LX10 will result in more detail utilizing its extra 6MP. Greater resolution will let you crop pics a bit more aggressively. The fresher LX10 provides a benefit in sensor technology.