Panasonic SZ3 vs Panasonic SZ8

Let's take a closer look at the Panasonic SZ3 vs Panasonic SZ8, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and they are both designed by Panasonic. The resolution of the SZ3 (16MP) and the SZ8 (16MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras boast the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SZ3 was brought out 12 months earlier than the SZ8 which means that they are of a similar age. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before going straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a brief summation of how the SZ3 matches up versus the SZ8 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ3 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ8. The entire galleries are available at Panasonic SZ3 Gallery & Panasonic SZ8 Gallery.

In case you're going to travel with your camera regularly, you will have to take into account its weight and size. The Panasonic SZ3 has outside measurements of 95mm x 56mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") with a weight of 126 grams (0.28 lbs) while the Panasonic SZ8 has specifications of 100mm x 60mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") having a weight of 159 grams (0.35 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you use during that time. Here is a front view over all size comparison of the SZ3 vs the SZ8.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SZ3 and SZ8 is 96 and 94 respectively.

Normally, it is very difficult to imagine the gap in sensor dimensions only by seeing technical specs. The image below will help offer you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the SZ3 and SZ8.

As you have seen, the two cameras come with the identical sensor size and the identical resolution therefore you can expect comparable quality of files however you would want to consider the launch date of the cameras into account. The more aged SZ3 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.