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 Ricoh PX and Panasonic ZS8 side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. Ricoh PX has external dimensions of 100 x 55 x 21 mm (3.94 x 2.17 x 0.83″) and weighs 156 g (0.34 lb / 5.50 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 Ricoh PX and the Panasonic ZS8. Ricoh PX is clearly the smaller of the two cameras. Its body is 5mm narrower, 3mm shorter and 12mm thinner than Panasonic ZS8.
Here is the back view size comparison of the Ricoh PX and Panasonic ZS8.
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Ricoh PX and Panasonic ZS8.
Weight is another important factor, especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Ricoh PX is significantly lighter (54g ) than the Panasonic ZS8 which may become a big advantage especially on long walking trips.
Weather Sealing
With its weather-sealed body, we believe that the PX 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 Ricoh PX's 2.7" screen.
Unfortunately, both cameras has fixed screens so they don't tilt or flip in directions.