Panasonic ZS8 vs Sony W620

Let's look closer at the Panasonic ZS8 and Sony W620, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Panasonic and Sony. The resolution of the ZS8 (14MP) and the W620 (14MP) is fairly well matched and both cameras boast the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The ZS8 was brought out 5 months earlier than the W620 and they are of a similar generation. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go right into a more detailed comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the ZS8 grades versus the W620 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS8 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W620. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic ZS8 Gallery and Sony W620 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to travel with your camera often, you have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic ZS8 offers external dimensions of 105mm x 58mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") along with a weight of 210 grams (0.46 lbs) while the Sony W620 has dimensions of 98mm x 56mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") along with a weight of 116 grams (0.26 lbs).

Look at the Panasonic ZS8 and Sony W620 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are using at that time. Underneath is a front view scale comparison of the ZS8 versus the W620.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the ZS8 and W620 is 92 and 96 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very difficult to visualize the difference between sensor dimensions just by checking technical specs. The picture underneath will offer you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the ZS8 and W620.

As you have seen, both of those cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the same exact resolution and you should expect similar quality of photos however you will need to factor the release date of the products into consideration.