Panasonic ZS8 vs Sony W370

Below is a thorough assessment of the Panasonic ZS8 and Sony W370, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Panasonic and Sony. The sensor resolution of the ZS8 (14MP) and the W370 (14MP) is pretty close and both cameras offer the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The ZS8 was unveiled 19 months later than the W370 which makes them a generation apart from each other. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before diving right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a brief summation of how the ZS8 grades versus the W370 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS8 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W370. The full galleries are provided at Panasonic ZS8 Gallery & Sony W370 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to lug around your camera regularly, you need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic ZS8 enjoys outside dimensions of 105mm x 58mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") having a weight of 210 grams (0.46 lbs) and the Sony W370 has dimensions of 100mm x 57mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 179 grams (0.39 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are working with at that time. Underneath is a front view size comparison of the ZS8 versus the W370.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the ZS8 and W370 is 92 and 94 respectively.

Often, it's difficult to see the contrast in sensor measurements purely by viewing a spec sheet. The visual below will provide you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the ZS8 and W370.

As you can see, both the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same exact resolution so you can expect comparable quality of images although you may want to consider the age of the cameras into account. The fresher ZS8 is going to have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.