Panasonic ZS8 vs Sony H55

Let's look more closely at the Panasonic ZS8 vs Sony H55, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Panasonic and Sony. The resolution of the ZS8 (14MP) and the H55 (14MP) is pretty well matched and they possess the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The ZS8 was revealed 14 months after the H55 which makes the cameras a generation away from one another. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go straight into a in depth comparison, below is a concise view of how the ZS8 grades against the H55 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS8 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H55. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic ZS8 Gallery and Sony H55 Gallery.

If you're going to travel with your camera often, you have to consider its weight and volume. The Panasonic ZS8 provides outer measurements of 105mm x 58mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") with a weight of 210 grams (0.46 lbs) and the Sony H55 has sizing of 103mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 200 grams (0.44 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you choose at that moment. The following is the front view proportions comparison of the ZS8 compared to the H55.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the ZS8 and H55 is 92 and 92 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very hard to envision the contrast between sensor dimensions only by looking at technical specs. The image underneath will help provide you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the ZS8 and H55.

As you can tell, the two cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the same megapixels therefore you should expect similar quality of files although you will want to take the release date of the products into consideration. The newer ZS8 is going to have a benefit in sensor tech.