Panasonic ZS8 vs Sony TX20

Here is a complete comparison of the Panasonic ZS8 vs Sony TX20, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Ultracompact by brands Panasonic and Sony. The resolution of the ZS8 (14MP) and the TX20 (16MP) is very well matched and they possess the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The ZS8 was released 7 months before the TX20 and they are both of a similar generation. The two cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic ZS8 being a Compact camera and the Sony TX20 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before delving straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a brief view of how the ZS8 matches up versus the TX20 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS8 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX20. The complete galleries are provided at Panasonic ZS8 Gallery and Sony TX20 Gallery.

If you are intending to carry your camera often, you'll need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Panasonic ZS8 has got external dimensions of 105mm x 58mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") having a weight of 210 grams (0.46 lbs) while the Sony TX20 has measurements of 96mm x 56mm x 18mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") along with a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs).

Analyze the Panasonic ZS8 vs Sony TX20 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you use at the time. Here is the front view dimension comparison of the ZS8 and the TX20.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the ZS8 and TX20 is 92 and 96 respectively.

Quite often, it can be tough to visualize the contrast between sensor sizing merely by checking technical specs. The photograph here will help provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the ZS8 and TX20.

As you have seen, the two cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but different resolution. You should expect to see the Sony TX20 to give you extra detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop photos a little more aggressively. The older ZS8 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.