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 Panasonic ZS8 and Nikon L830 side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. 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). Nikon L830 has external dimensions of 110 x 76 x 91 mm (4.33 x 2.99 x 3.58″) and weighs 508 g (1.12 lb / 17.92 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front-view size comparison of the Panasonic ZS8 and the Nikon L830. Panasonic ZS8 is clearly the smaller of the two cameras. Its body is 5mm narrower, 18mm shorter and 58mm thinner than Nikon L830.
Here is the back view size comparison of the Panasonic ZS8 and Nikon L830.
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Panasonic ZS8 and Nikon L830.
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 (298g ) than the Nikon L830 which may become a big advantage especially on long walking trips.
Weather Sealing
Unfortunately neither the Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS8 (Lumix DMC-TZ18) nor Nikon Coolpix L830 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 Compact Cameras with Weather Sealing Top Bridge Cameras with Weather Sealing
LCD Screen Size and Features
Panasonic ZS8 and Nikon L830's LCD screens have the same diagonal size of 3.00 inches.
On the other hand, Nikon L830 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 L830.