Panasonic ZS8 vs Sony HX50V

Let's look much closer at the Panasonic ZS8 vs Sony HX50V, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by rivals Panasonic and Sony. There is a big difference among the sensor resolutions of the ZS8 (14MP) and HX50V (20MP) but both cameras posses the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The ZS8 was revealed 21 months prior to the HX50V making them a generation away from each other. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before getting right into a in depth comparison, here is a short summary of how the ZS8 matches up versus the HX50V in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS8 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX50V. The full galleries are provided at Panasonic ZS8 Gallery and Sony HX50V Gallery.

If you are aiming to travel with your camera regularly, you'll have to consider its weight and proportions. The Panasonic ZS8 comes with physical measurements of 105mm x 58mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") with a weight of 210 grams (0.46 lbs) whilst the Sony HX50V has measurements of 108mm x 64mm x 38mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.5") and a weight of 272 grams (0.60 lbs).

Check out the Panasonic ZS8 vs Sony HX50V in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Underneath is a front view sizing comparison of the ZS8 compared to the HX50V.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the ZS8 and HX50V is 92 and 89 respectively.

Generally, it's difficult to visualize the difference in sensor dimensions only by looking through technical specs. The image here might give you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the ZS8 and HX50V.

As you can tell, both of these cameras come with the identical sensor size but different MP. You should expect to see the Sony HX50V to result in extra detail because of its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution will enable you to crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The more aged ZS8 will be behind with regard to sensor tech.