Panasonic ZS8 vs Sony WX30

Here, we will be evaluating the Panasonic ZS8 vs Sony WX30, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Panasonic and Sony. The image resolution of the ZS8 (14MP) and the WX30 (16MP) is pretty well matched and both cameras offer the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The ZS8 was released at a similar time to the WX30 so they are of a similar age. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go into a thorough comparison, here is a quick summation of how the ZS8 scores vs the WX30 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS8 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX30. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic ZS8 Gallery & Sony WX30 Gallery.

If you are going to travel with your camera frequently, you need to think about its weight and volume. The Panasonic ZS8 comes with outside dimensions of 105mm x 58mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 210 grams (0.46 lbs) while the Sony WX30 has sizing of 92mm x 52mm x 19mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs).

Contrast the Panasonic ZS8 vs Sony WX30 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are using at the time. Here is a front view measurement comparison of the ZS8 versus the WX30.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the ZS8 and WX30 is 92 and 96 respectively.

Normally, it is very tough to picture the gap between sensor dimensions simply by looking at specifications. The image underneath might offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the ZS8 and WX30.

Plainly, each of the cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different resolution. You can expect the Sony WX30 to resolve more detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop pictures a good deal more aggressively.