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Panasonic ZS20 vs Panasonic ZS8

Portability
92
Imaging
37
Features
46
Overall
40
Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS20 front
 
Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS8 front
Portability
92
Imaging
37
Features
39
Overall
37

Panasonic ZS20 vs Panasonic ZS8 Key Specs

Panasonic ZS20
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 6400
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 24-480mm (F3.3-6.4) lens
  • 206g - 105 x 59 x 28mm
  • Released April 2012
  • Additionally referred to as Lumix DMC-TZ30
  • Succeeded the Panasonic ZS15
  • New Model is Panasonic ZS25
Panasonic ZS8
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 6400
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 24-384mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
  • 210g - 105 x 58 x 33mm
  • Introduced July 2011
  • Also Known as Lumix DMC-TZ18
  • Earlier Model is Panasonic ZS7
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Panasonic ZS20 vs Panasonic ZS8 Overview

Below is a extensive overview of the Panasonic ZS20 vs Panasonic ZS8, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras and they are both created by Panasonic. The image resolution of the ZS20 (14MP) and the ZS8 (14MP) is very comparable and both cameras posses the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The ZS20 was revealed 10 months later than the ZS8 which means that they are both of a similar age. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting right into a thorough comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the ZS20 grades against the ZS8 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

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Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS20 over the Panasonic ZS8

 ZS20 ZS8 
IntroducedApril 2012July 2011More recent by 10 months
Display resolution460k230kSharper display (+230k dot)
Touch friendly display Easily navigate

Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS8 over the Panasonic ZS20

 ZS8 ZS20 

Common features in the Panasonic ZS20 and Panasonic ZS8

 ZS20 ZS8 
Manual focus No manual focusing
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display dimensions3"3"Equal display size
Selfie screen Lack of selfie screen

Panasonic ZS20 vs Panasonic ZS8 Physical Comparison

For anyone who is looking to lug around your camera often, you have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic ZS20 enjoys exterior dimensions of 105mm x 59mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 206 grams (0.45 lbs) while the Panasonic ZS8 has dimensions of 105mm x 58mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") along with a weight of 210 grams (0.46 lbs).

Look at the Panasonic ZS20 vs Panasonic ZS8 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you have chosen at that time. Here is a front view measurement comparison of the ZS20 vs the ZS8.

Panasonic ZS20 vs Panasonic ZS8 size comparison

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the ZS20 and ZS8 is 92 and 92 respectively.

Panasonic ZS20 vs Panasonic ZS8 top view buttons comparison

Panasonic ZS20 vs Panasonic ZS8 Sensor Comparison

Normally, it's tough to picture the contrast in sensor measurements just by seeing specs. The visual underneath will provide you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the ZS20 and ZS8.

All in all, both cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the same resolution therefore you can expect comparable quality of pictures although you might want to consider the age of the cameras into account. The more modern ZS20 should have an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.

Panasonic ZS20 vs Panasonic ZS8 sensor size comparison

Panasonic ZS20 vs Panasonic ZS8 Screen and ViewFinder

Panasonic ZS20 vs Panasonic ZS8 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Panasonic ZS20 Portrait photography features
Panasonic ZS8 Portrait photography features
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decent megapixels (14MP)
focusing manually not possible
external flash not possible
small sensor (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
30
good megapixels (14 megapixels)
manual focus not available
no external flash support
very small sensor (1/2.3")
no RAW files
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Street Comparison

Panasonic ZS20 Street photography highlights
Panasonic ZS8 Street photography highlights
65
image stabilization (Optical)
supports touch focus
lighter than others in class (206 grams)
no moving screen
small sensor (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
61
has image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than competition (210 grams)
screen is fixed
very small sensor (1/2.3")
no RAW files
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Sports Comparison

Panasonic ZS20 Sports photography highlights
Panasonic ZS8 Sports photography highlights
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excellent zoom range (24-480mm 20.0 x zoom)
image stabilization (Optical)
decent megapixels (14MP)
has tracking focus
small sensor (1/2.3")
low battery life (260 shots)
does not have phase detect autofocus
47
amazing zoom range (24-384mm 16.0 x zoom)
has image stabilization (Optical)
good megapixels (14 megapixels)
has tracking focus
very slow continuous shooting (2.0 fps)
very small sensor (1/2.3")
no phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Panasonic ZS20 Travel photography features
Panasonic ZS8 Travel photography features
68
lighter than others in class (206 grams)
supports touch focus
decent megapixels (14 megapixels)
has built in flash
really wide (24mm)
very long zoom (480mm)
does not have Time Lapse recording
low battery life (260 shots)
does not have a selfie friendly screen
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.3)
69
lighter than competition (210 grams)
good megapixels (14MP)
has built in flash
relatively wide (24mm)
long zoom (384mm)
doesn't have Time Lapse recording
display isn't selfie friendly
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
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Landscape Comparison

Panasonic ZS20 Landscape photography factors
Panasonic ZS8 Landscape photography factors
42
really wide (24mm)
pretty good screen size (3 inches)
image stabilization (Optical)
decent megapixels (14 megapixels)
focusing manually not possible
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.3)
small sensor (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
low battery life (260 CIPA)
does not have Time Lapse recording
44
relatively wide (24mm)
screen is a good size (3 inches)
has image stabilization (Optical)
good megapixels (14 megapixels)
manual focus not available
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
very small sensor (1/2.3")
no RAW files
doesn't have Time Lapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with Panasonic ZS20
Vlogging with Panasonic ZS8
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really wide (24mm)
has touchscreen
image stabilization (Optical)
good video quality (1920 x 1080 pixels)
lighter than others in class (206 grams)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.3)
does not have a selfie friendly screen
does not have mic support
30
relatively wide (24mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than competition (210 grams)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
display isn't selfie friendly
video resolution low (1280 x 720 pixels)
doesn't have mic socket
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Panasonic ZS20 vs Panasonic ZS8 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Panasonic ZS20 and Panasonic ZS8
 Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS20Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS8
General Information
Manufacturer Panasonic Panasonic
Model Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS20 Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS8
Alternative name Lumix DMC-TZ30 Lumix DMC-TZ18
Class Small Sensor Superzoom Small Sensor Superzoom
Released 2012-04-26 2011-07-19
Physical type Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Processor - Venus Engine FHD
Sensor type CMOS CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 6.08 x 4.56mm 6.08 x 4.56mm
Sensor surface area 27.7mm² 27.7mm²
Sensor resolution 14MP 14MP
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Max resolution 4320 x 3240 4320 x 3240
Max native ISO 6400 6400
Minimum native ISO 100 100
RAW photos
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Autofocus touch
Autofocus continuous
Single autofocus
Autofocus tracking
Autofocus selectice
Center weighted autofocus
Multi area autofocus
Live view autofocus
Face detect autofocus
Contract detect autofocus
Phase detect autofocus
Number of focus points 23 11
Lens
Lens mount fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 24-480mm (20.0x) 24-384mm (16.0x)
Largest aperture f/3.3-6.4 f/3.3-5.9
Macro focus range 3cm 3cm
Focal length multiplier 5.9 5.9
Screen
Type of display Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display size 3 inch 3 inch
Resolution of display 460k dots 230k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch capability
Display technology - TFT LCD
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Minimum shutter speed 15 secs 60 secs
Fastest shutter speed 1/2000 secs 1/4000 secs
Continuous shutter rate 10.0fps 2.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Custom white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash range 6.40 m 5.00 m
Flash options Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro
Hot shoe
Auto exposure bracketing
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (220 fps) 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps)
Max video resolution 1920x1080 1280x720
Video format MPEG-4, AVCHD MPEG-4
Mic port
Headphone port
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS BuiltIn None
Physical
Environmental sealing
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 206 gr (0.45 lbs) 210 gr (0.46 lbs)
Physical dimensions 105 x 59 x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") 105 x 58 x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3")
DXO scores
DXO Overall score not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth score not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range score not tested not tested
DXO Low light score not tested not tested
Other
Battery life 260 photographs 340 photographs
Battery type Battery Pack Battery Pack
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse feature
Storage type SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal
Card slots Single Single
Price at release $349 $275