Panasonic ZS8 vs Samsung EX2F

Its time to examine more closely at the Panasonic ZS8 and Samsung EX2F, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Panasonic and Samsung. The image resolution of the ZS8 (14MP) and the EX2F (12MP) is pretty well matched but the ZS8 (1/2.3") and EX2F (1/1.7") possess totally different sensor dimensions.

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The ZS8 was launched 17 months before the EX2F which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before going through a comprehensive comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the ZS8 matches up vs the EX2F in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS8 and Samsung EX2F. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic ZS8 Gallery and Samsung EX2F Gallery.

In case you're aiming to travel with your camera regularly, you will need to think about its weight and proportions. The Panasonic ZS8 has external measurements of 105mm x 58mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 210 grams (0.46 lbs) while the Samsung EX2F has measurements of 112mm x 62mm x 29mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 1.1") along with a weight of 294 grams (0.65 lbs).

Analyze the Panasonic ZS8 and Samsung EX2F in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you choose during that time. Following is the front view over all size comparison of the ZS8 compared to the EX2F.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the ZS8 and EX2F is 92 and 90 respectively.

Generally, its difficult to envision the gap between sensor dimensions purely by looking at specs. The image underneath should provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the ZS8 and EX2F.

As you can plainly see, both cameras posses different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The ZS8 featuring a tinier sensor will make getting bokeh more challenging and the Panasonic ZS8 will give you greater detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The more aged ZS8 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.