Panasonic GF8 weighs
266 g (0.59 lb / 9.38 oz) and has external dimensions of
107 x 65 x 33 mm (4.21 x 2.56 x 1.3″). Considering that the average weight of Mirrorless type cameras is 468g, Panasonic GF8 is a remarkably light camera for its class. Even better, with a thickness of only 33mm, it is also quite small, 21mm thinner than the average of its class.
Weight Comparison
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Thickness Comparison
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Here is the front and top view image of Panasonic GF8 with the dimensions:
Front and Top View External Dimensions and Size of Panasonic GF8 Camera Body
In order to give you a better idea about the real life size of Panasonic GF8, we have added an image of how it looks next to a credit card and an AA type battery.
Physical size of the Panasonic GF8 Body Compared to a Credit Card and an AA Battery
Now let's compare Panasonic GF8 size with the camera that it replaced: Panasonic GF7. As depicted on the comparison image, and have the exact same height, width and thickness.
Comparison image of Panasonic GF8 and Panasonic GF7 Size, Weight and External Dimensions - Front View
Below you can find the comparison of the weight and thickness of Panasonic GF8 with its main competitors:
Panasonic GF8 Size Compared to Main Competitors
Weather Sealing
Panasonic GF8 doesn't have any environmental sealings on its body so you got to be extra careful to protect it against water and dust. If you shoot under these conditions very often, consider checking Top Mirrorless Cameras with Weather Sealing page.