Panasonic ZS8 vs Sony A65

In this write-up, we will be analyzing the Panasonic ZS8 and Sony A65, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by manufacturers Panasonic and Sony. There is a crucial difference between the sensor resolutions of the ZS8 (14MP) and A65 (24MP) and the ZS8 (1/2.3") and A65 (APS-C) come with different sensor size.

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The ZS8 was launched 3 months prior to the A65 so they are of a similar generation. The two cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic ZS8 being a Compact camera and the Sony A65 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before delving through a detailed comparison, below is a concise summary of how the ZS8 scores against the A65 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS8 and Sony SLT-A65. The complete galleries are provided at Panasonic ZS8 Gallery and Sony A65 Gallery.

If you're intending to carry around your camera regularly, you have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic ZS8 has got exterior measurements 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 A65 has dimensions of 132mm x 97mm x 81mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 3.2") having a weight of 622 grams (1.37 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are employing at that moment. Below is the front view dimensions comparison of the ZS8 vs the A65.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the ZS8 and A65 is 92 and 64 respectively.

Usually, it can be hard to imagine the difference between sensor sizes only by reviewing specifications. The picture underneath may provide you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the ZS8 and A65.

Plainly, both cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The ZS8 featuring a tinier sensor is going to make shooting shallower depth of field more difficult and the Sony A65 will offer you extra detail utilizing its extra 10MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop pictures far more aggressively.