Panasonic LX5 vs Panasonic ZS8

Below, we are looking at the Panasonic LX5 vs Panasonic ZS8, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both of them are built by Panasonic. There is a crucial difference among the sensor resolutions of the LX5 (10MP) and ZS8 (14MP) and the LX5 (1/1.63") and ZS8 (1/2.3") feature totally different sensor measurements.

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The LX5 was announced 5 months after the ZS8 so they are of a similar generation. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go straight into a complete comparison, below is a brief introduction of how the LX5 grades vs the ZS8 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX5 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS8. The whole galleries are viewable at Panasonic LX5 Gallery and Panasonic ZS8 Gallery.

When you are looking to travel with your camera frequently, you have to consider its weight and measurements. The Panasonic LX5 features outer measurements of 110mm x 65mm x 43mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.7") and a weight of 271 grams (0.60 lbs) whilst the Panasonic ZS8 has proportions of 105mm x 58mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") and a weight of 210 grams (0.46 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you use at that moment. Below is the front view physical size comparison of the LX5 and the ZS8.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the LX5 and ZS8 is 88 and 92 respectively.

In many cases, it is hard to see the difference in sensor dimensions only by seeing specifications. The picture underneath might offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the LX5 and ZS8.

To sum up, each of the cameras posses different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The LX5 with its larger sensor will make shooting shallow depth of field simpler and the Panasonic ZS8 will produce greater detail with its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop photos somewhat more aggressively.