Panasonic LX100 vs Panasonic ZS8

Below, we are comparing the Panasonic LX100 and Panasonic ZS8, one being a Large Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both are produced by Panasonic. The image resolution of the LX100 (13MP) and the ZS8 (14MP) is fairly comparable but the LX100 (Four Thirds) and ZS8 (1/2.3") possess different sensor sizes.

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The LX100 was brought out 3 years later than the ZS8 and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic LX100 being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Panasonic ZS8 being a Compact camera.

Before we go through a complete comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the LX100 scores vs the ZS8 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX100 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS8. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic LX100 Gallery and Panasonic ZS8 Gallery.

When you are looking to carry your camera regularly, you're going to have to take into account its weight and volume. The Panasonic LX100 has got outer dimensions of 115mm x 66mm x 55mm (4.5" x 2.6" x 2.2") along with a weight of 393 grams (0.87 lbs) while the Panasonic ZS8 has sizing of 105mm x 58mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 210 grams (0.46 lbs).

Check the Panasonic LX100 and Panasonic ZS8 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have during that time. The following is the front view dimensions comparison of the LX100 compared to the ZS8.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the LX100 and ZS8 is 83 and 92 respectively.

Normally, it is very tough to imagine the gap in sensor sizing just by checking out specifications. The graphic below may give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the LX100 and ZS8.

Plainly, the two cameras have got different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The LX100 due to its larger sensor is going to make achieving shallower DOF simpler and the Panasonic ZS8 will provide more detail having its extra 1MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop photos much more aggressively. The younger LX100 should have an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.