Size and weight are big decision factors when you are trying to find the ideal camera for your needs.
In this section, we are going to illustrate the Fujifilm SL1000 and Panasonic ZS8 side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. Fujifilm SL1000 has external dimensions of and weighs 659 g (including batteries). Panasonic ZS8 has external dimensions of 105 x 58 x 33 mm (4.13 x 2.28 x 1.3″) and weighs 210 g (0.46 lb / 7.41 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front-view size comparison of the Fujifilm SL1000 and the Panasonic ZS8. Panasonic ZS8 is clearly the smaller of the two cameras. Its body is 18mm narrower, 31mm shorter and 90mm thinner than Fujifilm SL1000.
Here is the back view size comparison of the Fujifilm SL1000 and Panasonic ZS8.
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Fujifilm SL1000 and Panasonic ZS8.
Weight is another important factor, especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Panasonic ZS8 is significantly lighter (449g ) than the Fujifilm SL1000 which may become a big advantage especially on long walking trips.
Weather Sealing
Unfortunately neither the Fujifilm FinePix SL1000 nor Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS8 (Lumix DMC-TZ18) provides any type of weather sealing in their bodies, so you have to give extra care especially when you are shooting outdoors. If weather sealing is a must-have feature for you, check these sections: Top Bridge Cameras with Weather Sealing Top Compact Cameras with Weather Sealing
LCD Screen Size and Features
Fujifilm SL1000 and Panasonic ZS8's LCD screens have the same diagonal size of 3.00 inches.
On the other hand, Fujifilm SL1000 features a
Tilting screen where you can change the angle of the screen to make it easier to shoot from waist or over-the-head levels whereas the Panasonic ZS8 has a fixed type screen which provides less flexibility in shooting positions compared to SL1000.