Panasonic TS10 vs Panasonic ZS8

The following is a in depth review of the Panasonic TS10 vs Panasonic ZS8, former is a Waterproof while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both are created by Panasonic. The resolution of the TS10 (14MP) and the ZS8 (14MP) is relatively similar and both cameras offer the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The TS10 was introduced 18 months before the ZS8 which makes them a generation away from each other. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving into a more detailed comparison, here is a simple summary of how the TS10 matches up against the ZS8 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS10 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS8. The whole galleries are provided at Panasonic TS10 Gallery & Panasonic ZS8 Gallery.

For those who are planning to travel with your camera regularly, you need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Panasonic TS10 has got physical dimensions of 99mm x 63mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") having a weight of 188 grams (0.41 lbs) whilst the Panasonic ZS8 has measurements of 105mm x 58mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") along with a weight of 210 grams (0.46 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are utilising at that moment. The following is a front view overall size comparison of the TS10 against the ZS8.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the TS10 and ZS8 is 93 and 92 respectively.

Often, it is very hard to visualise the contrast between sensor dimensions simply by reading technical specs. The picture underneath will help offer you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the TS10 and ZS8.

As you can tell, both cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the exact same resolution therefore you can expect similar quality of photos but you may want to take the age of the products into consideration. The more aged TS10 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.