Panasonic S2 vs Panasonic SZ8

Following is a detailed review of the Panasonic S2 and Panasonic SZ8, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both are offered by Panasonic. The resolution of the S2 (14MP) and the SZ8 (16MP) is fairly comparable and they enjoy the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The S2 was revealed 24 months before the SZ8 making the cameras a generation away from one another. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving through a detailed comparison, below is a simple view of how the S2 scores vs the SZ8 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-S2 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ8. The full galleries are available at Panasonic S2 Gallery & Panasonic SZ8 Gallery.

In case you're going to carry around your camera frequently, you should take into account its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic S2 comes with outside measurements of 98mm x 57mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 112 grams (0.25 lbs) and the Panasonic SZ8 has dimensions of 100mm x 60mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") having a weight of 159 grams (0.35 lbs).

Examine the Panasonic S2 and Panasonic SZ8 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are using at the time. Here is the front view physical size comparison of the S2 versus the SZ8.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S2 and SZ8 is 96 and 94 respectively.

Typically, its tough to visualize the difference in sensor sizes only by seeing specifications. The image underneath should offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the S2 and SZ8.

To sum up, the 2 cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but different MP. You can anticipate the Panasonic SZ8 to produce extra detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will enable you to crop pics somewhat more aggressively. The more aged S2 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.