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 Samsung WB250F and Panasonic ZS8 side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. Samsung WB250F has external dimensions of 106 x 62 x 22 mm (4.17 x 2.44 x 0.87″) and weighs 226 g (0.50 lb / 7.97 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 Samsung WB250F and the Panasonic ZS8. Panasonic ZS8 is 1mm narrower and 4mm shorter than Samsung WB250F but it is also 11mm thicker.
Here is the back view size comparison of the Samsung WB250F and Panasonic ZS8.
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Samsung WB250F 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 16g lighter than the Samsung WB250F but we don't think this will make a significant difference.
Weather Sealing
Unfortunately neither the Samsung WB250F 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 Compact Cameras with Weather Sealing
LCD Screen Size and Features
Samsung WB250F and Panasonic ZS8's LCD screens have the same diagonal size of 3.00 inches.
Unfortunately, both cameras has fixed screens so they don't tilt or flip in directions.