Canon A1400 vs Panasonic ZS80

Below, we will be reviewing the Canon A1400 vs Panasonic ZS80, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Canon and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the A1400 (16MP) and the ZS80 (20MP) is relatively comparable and they come with the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The A1400 was brought out 5 years earlier than the ZS80 which is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving in to a detailed comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the A1400 scores versus the ZS80 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot A1400 and Panasonic Lumix DC-ZS80. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon A1400 Gallery and Panasonic ZS80 Gallery.

For those who are intending to carry around your camera, you are going to need to factor in its weight and volume. The Canon A1400 provides exterior measurements of 95mm x 62mm x 30mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.2") along with a weight of 174 grams (0.38 lbs) and the Panasonic ZS80 has sizing of 112mm x 69mm x 42mm (4.4" x 2.7" x 1.7") having a weight of 327 grams (0.72 lbs).

Contrast the Canon A1400 vs Panasonic ZS80 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are using at the time. Below is the front view dimensions comparison of the A1400 vs the ZS80.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the A1400 and ZS80 is 93 and 86 respectively.

More often than not, it is very difficult to see the contrast in sensor sizes simply by checking out a spec sheet. The picture here will help provide you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the A1400 and ZS80.

As you can see, both cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same megapixels. You should count on the Panasonic ZS80 to produce extra detail having its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop shots much more aggressively. The more aged A1400 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.