Panasonic ZS8 vs Sony QX10

Lets look more closely at the Panasonic ZS8 versus Sony QX10, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Lens-style by rivals Panasonic and Sony. There exists a crucial gap between the resolutions of the ZS8 (14MP) and QX10 (18MP) but both cameras have the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The ZS8 was unveiled 3 years before the QX10 which is quite a serious gap as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras have different body design with the Panasonic ZS8 being a Compact camera and the Sony QX10 being a Lens-style camera.

Before we go straight to a full comparison, here is a brief summation of how the ZS8 grades versus the QX10 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS8 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-QX10. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic ZS8 Gallery and Sony QX10 Gallery.

If you're aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you are going to need to consider its weight and measurements. The Panasonic ZS8 features external measurements of 105mm x 58mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") and a weight of 210 grams (0.46 lbs) and the Sony QX10 has proportions of 62mm x 62mm x 33mm (2.4" x 2.4" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 105 grams (0.23 lbs).

See the Panasonic ZS8 versus Sony QX10 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you use at that time. The following is a front view overall size comparison of the ZS8 against the QX10.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the ZS8 and QX10 is 92 and 96 respectively.

Normally, it is difficult to envision the contrast between sensor sizes purely by checking specs. The image underneath should offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the ZS8 and QX10.

As you can plainly see, both of those cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same MP. You should expect to see the Sony QX10 to resolve extra detail having an extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop pics a bit more aggressively. The more aged ZS8 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.