Panasonic ZS3 vs Panasonic ZS8

The following is a complete analysis of the Panasonic ZS3 and Panasonic ZS8, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras and both of them are sold by Panasonic. There exists a sizeable gap among the resolutions of the ZS3 (10MP) and ZS8 (14MP) but they possess the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The ZS3 was announced 3 years prior to the ZS8 which is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving straight into a thorough comparison, below is a quick summary of how the ZS3 matches up versus the ZS8 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS3 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS8. The whole galleries are viewable at Panasonic ZS3 Gallery and Panasonic ZS8 Gallery.

If you're planning to travel with your camera often, you should take into account its weight and measurements. The Panasonic ZS3 provides exterior measurements of 103mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") with a weight of 229 grams (0.50 lbs) whilst the Panasonic ZS8 has proportions of 105mm x 58mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") having a weight of 210 grams (0.46 lbs).

Contrast the Panasonic ZS3 and Panasonic ZS8 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are employing at that time. Here is the front view over all size comparison of the ZS3 compared to the ZS8.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the ZS3 and ZS8 is 91 and 92 respectively.

Normally, it is very difficult to picture the difference in sensor dimensions only by going through specifications. The picture here should offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the ZS3 and ZS8.

Plainly, the 2 cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different resolution. You should count on the Panasonic ZS8 to provide extra detail with its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop photographs a little more aggressively. The more aged ZS3 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.