Panasonic ZS8 vs Pentax XG-1

Following is a complete comparison of the Panasonic ZS8 vs Pentax XG-1, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by brands Panasonic and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the ZS8 (14MP) and the XG-1 (16MP) is pretty well matched and both cameras boast the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The ZS8 was launched 4 years prior to the XG-1 which is quite a sizable difference as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras have different body design with the Panasonic ZS8 being a Compact camera and the Pentax XG-1 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before delving straight to a full comparison, here is a short highlight of how the ZS8 grades vs the XG-1 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS8 & Pentax XG-1. The complete galleries are available at Panasonic ZS8 Gallery & Pentax XG-1 Gallery.

If you are looking to carry around your camera, you are going to need to factor its weight and volume. The Panasonic ZS8 offers physical measurements of 105mm x 58mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") and a weight of 210 grams (0.46 lbs) whilst the Pentax XG-1 has sizing of 119mm x 89mm x 98mm (4.7" x 3.5" x 3.9") having a weight of 567 grams (1.25 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you use at that moment. The following is a front view scale comparison of the ZS8 versus the XG-1.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the ZS8 and XG-1 is 92 and 66 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be hard to picture the difference between sensor sizes only by checking a spec sheet. The picture below will help offer you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the ZS8 and XG-1.

Clearly, both of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different MP. You can expect the Pentax XG-1 to resolve extra detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop photographs more aggressively. The more aged ZS8 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor technology.