Panasonic ZS8 vs Sony S2000

Below is a extensive review of the Panasonic ZS8 versus Sony S2000, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Panasonic and Sony. There is a sizable difference between the image resolutions of the ZS8 (14MP) and S2000 (10MP) but both cameras posses the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The ZS8 was introduced 19 months later than the S2000 which makes them a generation apart from each other. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before going right into a complete comparison, here is a concise summation of how the ZS8 matches up vs the S2000 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS8 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S2000. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic ZS8 Gallery & Sony S2000 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to lug around your camera frequently, you have to factor in its weight and size. The Panasonic ZS8 offers physical dimensions 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 S2000 has specifications of 98mm x 61mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") with a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).

Examine the Panasonic ZS8 versus Sony S2000 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you have at the time. Here is a front view overall size comparison of the ZS8 compared to the S2000.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the ZS8 and S2000 is 92 and 93 respectively.

Generally, it can be hard to picture the gap between sensor measurements purely by looking at specifications. The visual here may provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the ZS8 and S2000.

To sum up, both cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different resolution. You can count on the Panasonic ZS8 to give you extra detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The fresher ZS8 should have an advantage in sensor innovation.