Panasonic ZS8 vs Pentax S1

In this article, we will be analyzing the Panasonic ZS8 vs Pentax S1, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Panasonic and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the ZS8 (14MP) and the S1 (14MP) is pretty close and they come with the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The ZS8 was unveiled 5 months later than the S1 so they are both of a similar age. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving through a in depth comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the ZS8 scores versus the S1 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS8 & Pentax Optio S1. The full galleries are available at Panasonic ZS8 Gallery & Pentax S1 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to lug around your camera often, you will want to consider its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic ZS8 features outer 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) and the Pentax S1 has dimensions of 114mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 157 grams (0.35 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are using at that time. Here is the front view overall size comparison of the ZS8 and the S1.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the ZS8 and S1 is 92 and 93 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very tough to imagine the contrast in sensor measurements merely by viewing technical specs. The graphic underneath will give you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the ZS8 and S1.

As you can tell, both of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the identical resolution so you can expect comparable quality of pictures although you might want to factor the launch date of the cameras into account.