Panasonic ZS8 vs Sony WX300
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![Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS8 front Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS8 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-ZS8/Panasonic-ZS8-front.jpg)
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Panasonic ZS8 vs Sony WX300 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-384mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 210g - 105 x 58 x 33mm
- Launched July 2011
- Other Name is Lumix DMC-TZ18
- Succeeded the Panasonic ZS7
(Full Review)
- 18MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-500mm (F3.5-6.5) lens
- 166g - 96 x 55 x 25mm
- Announced February 2013
- Successor is Sony WX350
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Panasonic ZS8 vs Sony WX300 Overview
Following is a comprehensive overview of the Panasonic ZS8 versus Sony WX300, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by rivals Panasonic and Sony. There is a sizeable difference among the image resolutions of the ZS8 (14MP) and WX300 (18MP) but both cameras have the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").
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The ZS8 was introduced 19 months before the WX300 which makes them a generation away from each other. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before delving right into a complete comparison, here is a short introduction of how the ZS8 grades versus the WX300 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Panasonic ZS8 vs Sony WX300 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS8 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX300. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic ZS8 Gallery and Sony WX300 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS8 over the Sony WX300
ZS8 | WX300 |
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Reasons to pick Sony WX300 over the Panasonic ZS8
WX300 | ZS8 | |||
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Announced | February 2013 | ![]() | July 2011 | More modern by 19 months |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer screen (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Panasonic ZS8 and Sony WX300
ZS8 | WX300 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Lack of manual focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal screen measurements |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither provides Touch screen |
Panasonic ZS8 vs Sony WX300 Physical Comparison
In case you're going to carry around your camera often, you're going to have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic ZS8 provides exterior dimensions of 105mm x 58mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") and a weight of 210 grams (0.46 lbs) whilst the Sony WX300 has dimensions of 96mm x 55mm x 25mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 166 grams (0.37 lbs).
Analyze the Panasonic ZS8 versus Sony WX300 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are working with during that time. Underneath is a front view size comparison of the ZS8 against the WX300.
![Panasonic ZS8 vs Sony WX300 size comparison Panasonic ZS8 vs Sony WX300 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-ZS8-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-WX300-size-comparison.jpg)
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the ZS8 and WX300 is 92 and 94 respectively.
![Panasonic ZS8 vs Sony WX300 top view buttons comparison Panasonic ZS8 vs Sony WX300 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-ZS8-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-WX300-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Panasonic ZS8 vs Sony WX300 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is very tough to imagine the contrast in sensor sizes simply by checking out technical specs. The pic underneath will offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the ZS8 and WX300.
As you can tell, both of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different megapixels. You should count on the Sony WX300 to produce more detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will enable you to crop photographs more aggressively. The more aged ZS8 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.
![Panasonic ZS8 vs Sony WX300 sensor size comparison Panasonic ZS8 vs Sony WX300 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-ZS8-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-WX300-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Panasonic ZS8 vs Sony WX300 Screen and ViewFinder
![Panasonic ZS8 vs Sony WX300 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Panasonic ZS8 vs Sony WX300 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-ZS8-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-WX300-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Panasonic ZS8 vs Sony WX300 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS8 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX300 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Panasonic | Sony |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS8 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX300 |
Also called | Lumix DMC-TZ18 | - |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2011-07-19 | 2013-02-20 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Venus Engine FHD | - |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14MP | 18MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4896 x 3672 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Total focus points | 11 | - |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-384mm (16.0x) | 25-500mm (20.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.3-5.9 | f/3.5-6.5 |
Macro focusing distance | 3cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3" | 3" |
Display resolution | 230k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Display tech | TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 60 secs | 4 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/1600 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 2.0fps | 10.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.00 m | 4.30 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | - |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60, 50 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | MPEG-4 | AVCHD |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 210 grams (0.46 pounds) | 166 grams (0.37 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 105 x 58 x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") | 96 x 55 x 25mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 340 shots | - |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | - | NP-BX1 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | - |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/ SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Retail cost | $275 | $330 |