Panasonic ZS8 vs Samsung EX2F
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Panasonic ZS8 vs Samsung EX2F Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-384mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 210g - 105 x 58 x 33mm
- Launched July 2011
- Alternate Name is Lumix DMC-TZ18
- Replaced the Panasonic ZS7
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/1.7" Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-80mm (F1.4-2.7) lens
- 294g - 112 x 62 x 29mm
- Announced December 2012

Panasonic ZS8 vs Samsung EX2F Overview
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.

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.

Panasonic ZS8 vs Samsung EX2F Gallery
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.
Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS8 over the Samsung EX2F
ZS8 | EX2F | |||
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Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 0k | Clearer screen (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung EX2F over the Panasonic ZS8
EX2F | ZS8 | |||
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Announced | December 2012 | ![]() | July 2011 | Newer by 17 months |
Manually focus | ![]() | Very exact focusing | ||
Screen type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Fixed | Fully Articulating screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Easy selfies |
Common features in the Panasonic ZS8 and Samsung EX2F
ZS8 | EX2F | |||
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Screen dimension | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Identical screen sizing |
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Lack of Touch friendly screen |
Panasonic ZS8 vs Samsung EX2F Physical Comparison
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.

Panasonic ZS8 vs Samsung EX2F Sensor Comparison
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.

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Panasonic ZS8 vs Samsung EX2F Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS8 | Samsung EX2F | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Panasonic | Samsung |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS8 | Samsung EX2F |
Also referred to as | Lumix DMC-TZ18 | - |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2011-07-19 | 2012-12-18 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Venus Engine FHD | - |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/1.7" |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 7.44 x 5.58mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 41.5mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Highest Possible resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 11 | - |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-384mm (16.0x) | 24-80mm (3.3x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.3-5.9 | f/1.4-2.7 |
Macro focusing range | 3cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 4.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fully Articulated |
Screen size | 3" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 230k dots | 0k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen tech | TFT LCD | AMOLED |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Electronic (optional) |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 60 seconds | - |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | - |
Continuous shutter rate | 2.0 frames per sec | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.00 m | - |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow syncro, Manual |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4 | H.264 |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 210 gr (0.46 pounds) | 294 gr (0.65 pounds) |
Dimensions | 105 x 58 x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") | 112 x 62 x 29mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | 48 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 20.0 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 11.5 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 209 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 340 pictures | - |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | - | SLB-10A |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Launch cost | $275 | $478 |