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 Nikon S30 and Panasonic ZS8 side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. Nikon S30 has external dimensions of 102 x 65 x 40 mm (4.02 x 2.56 x 1.57″) and weighs 214 g (0.47 lb / 7.55 oz) (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 Nikon S30 and the Panasonic ZS8. Panasonic ZS8 is 7mm shorter and 7mm thinner than Nikon S30 but it is also 3mm wider.
Here is the back view size comparison of the Nikon S30 and Panasonic ZS8.
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Nikon S30 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 4g lighter than the Nikon S30 but we don't think this will make a significant difference.
Weather Sealing
With its weather-sealed body, we believe that the S30 has a big advantage over the ZS8 which doesn't provide any kind of environmental sealing.
LCD Screen Size and Features
Panasonic ZS8's 3.00" LCD screen is slightly larger than Nikon S30's 2.7" screen.
Unfortunately, both cameras has fixed screens so they don't tilt or flip in directions.