Panasonic ZS8 vs Sony HX400V

Here is a in depth analysis of the Panasonic ZS8 versus Sony HX400V, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by brands Panasonic and Sony. There is a noticeable difference among the sensor resolutions of the ZS8 (14MP) and HX400V (20MP) but both cameras posses the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The ZS8 was introduced 3 years earlier than the HX400V and that is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic ZS8 being a Compact camera and the Sony HX400V being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before delving into a complete comparison, here is a concise overview of how the ZS8 grades vs the HX400V in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS8 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX400V. The whole galleries are provided at Panasonic ZS8 Gallery & Sony HX400V Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to carry your camera often, you are going to need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Panasonic ZS8 provides physical dimensions of 105mm x 58mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") and a weight of 210 grams (0.46 lbs) while the Sony HX400V has proportions of 130mm x 93mm x 103mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 4.1") accompanied by a weight of 660 grams (1.46 lbs).

See the Panasonic ZS8 versus Sony HX400V in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are using at that time. Here is a front view proportions comparison of the ZS8 against the HX400V.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the ZS8 and HX400V is 92 and 62 respectively.

Oftentimes, its tough to envision the gap in sensor sizing just by looking through a spec sheet. The visual here will help give you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the ZS8 and HX400V.

Clearly, both of these cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same resolution. You can anticipate the Sony HX400V to render more detail using its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop images way more aggressively. The older ZS8 will be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.