Panasonic TS2 vs Panasonic ZS8

Lets examine more closely at the Panasonic TS2 and Panasonic ZS8, one is a Waterproof and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both are manufactured by Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the TS2 (14MP) and the ZS8 (14MP) is fairly similar and they possess the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The TS2 was launched 17 months earlier than the ZS8 making the cameras a generation away from one another. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before going in to a thorough comparison, below is a short summation of how the TS2 scores vs the ZS8 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS2 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS8. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic TS2 Gallery and Panasonic ZS8 Gallery.

When you are planning to travel with your camera often, you have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic TS2 enjoys physical measurements of 99mm x 63mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") along with a weight of 188 grams (0.41 lbs) while the Panasonic ZS8 has dimensions of 105mm x 58mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 210 grams (0.46 lbs).

Examine the Panasonic TS2 and Panasonic ZS8 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you select at the time. Here is the front view sizing comparison of the TS2 compared to the ZS8.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the TS2 and ZS8 is 93 and 92 respectively.

Quite often, its tough to imagine the difference between sensor dimensions just by reviewing specs. The picture below might offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the TS2 and ZS8.

As you can plainly see, both the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the same megapixels therefore you should expect similar quality of files though you really should consider the production date of the products into consideration. The more aged TS2 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor technology.