Canon SX130 IS vs Panasonic FZ80
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![Canon PowerShot SX130 IS front Canon PowerShot SX130 IS front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Canon-PowerShot-SX130-IS/Canon-SX130-IS-front.jpg)
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Canon SX130 IS vs Panasonic FZ80 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-336mm (F3.4-5.6) lens
- 308g - 113 x 73 x 46mm
- Released August 2010
- Later Model is Canon SX150 IS
(Full Review)
- 18MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200 (Expand to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- 20-1200mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 616g - 130 x 94 x 119mm
- Introduced January 2017
- Alternative Name is Lumix DMC-FZ82
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Canon SX130 IS vs Panasonic FZ80 Overview
Here is a extended analysis of the Canon SX130 IS versus Panasonic FZ80, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by competitors Canon and Panasonic. There is a significant difference among the image resolutions of the SX130 IS (12MP) and FZ80 (18MP) but both cameras have the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").
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The SX130 IS was announced 7 years before the FZ80 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras feature different body design with the Canon SX130 IS being a Compact camera and the Panasonic FZ80 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.
Before diving into a thorough comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the SX130 IS scores against the FZ80 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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Canon SX130 IS vs Panasonic FZ80 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX130 IS and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ80. The whole galleries are provided at Canon SX130 IS Gallery and Panasonic FZ80 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX130 IS over the Panasonic FZ80
SX130 IS | FZ80 |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic FZ80 over the Canon SX130 IS
FZ80 | SX130 IS | |||
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Introduced | January 2017 | ![]() | August 2010 | Fresher by 77 months |
Screen resolution | 1040k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper screen (+810k dot) |
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Canon SX130 IS and Panasonic FZ80
SX130 IS | FZ80 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Dial exact focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same screen dimensions |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither offers selfie screen |
Canon SX130 IS vs Panasonic FZ80 Physical Comparison
When you are going to carry your camera often, you have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX130 IS offers external dimensions of 113mm x 73mm x 46mm (4.4" x 2.9" x 1.8") having a weight of 308 grams (0.68 lbs) and the Panasonic FZ80 has dimensions of 130mm x 94mm x 119mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 4.7") with a weight of 616 grams (1.36 lbs).
Check the Canon SX130 IS versus Panasonic FZ80 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have chosen at the time. Below is a front view measurements comparison of the SX130 IS vs the FZ80.
![Canon SX130 IS vs Panasonic FZ80 size comparison Canon SX130 IS vs Panasonic FZ80 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-SX130-IS-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-FZ80-size-comparison.jpg)
Using size and weight, the portability rating of the SX130 IS and FZ80 is 85 and 63 respectively.
![Canon SX130 IS vs Panasonic FZ80 top view buttons comparison Canon SX130 IS vs Panasonic FZ80 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-SX130-IS-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-FZ80-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Canon SX130 IS vs Panasonic FZ80 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it's hard to envision the gap in sensor sizing purely by looking through specifications. The photograph below may offer you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX130 IS and FZ80.
To sum up, both of these cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same MP. You should expect the Panasonic FZ80 to provide you with more detail with its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The older SX130 IS will be behind with regard to sensor technology.
![Canon SX130 IS vs Panasonic FZ80 sensor size comparison Canon SX130 IS vs Panasonic FZ80 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Canon-PowerShot-SX130-IS-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-FZ80-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Canon SX130 IS vs Panasonic FZ80 Screen and ViewFinder
![Canon SX130 IS vs Panasonic FZ80 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Canon SX130 IS vs Panasonic FZ80 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-SX130-IS-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-FZ80-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Canon SX130 IS vs Panasonic FZ80 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX130 IS | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ80 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Canon | Panasonic |
Model | Canon PowerShot SX130 IS | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ80 |
Alternative name | - | Lumix DMC-FZ82 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2010-08-19 | 2017-01-04 |
Physical type | Compact | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Digic 4 | Venus Engine |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 18MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 3:2 | 4:3 |
Full resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4896 x 3672 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Max boosted ISO | - | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 49 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-336mm (12.0x) | 20-1200mm (60.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.4-5.6 | f/2.8-5.9 |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 230k dots | 1,040k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 1,166k dots |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.46x |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 15 secs | 4 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2500 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Highest quiet shutter speed | - | 1/16000 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 1.0 frames/s | 10.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 3.00 m | 14.10 m (at Auto ISO) |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, Auto/Red-eye Reduction, Forced Off, Forced On, Forced On/Red-eye Reduction, Slow Sync, Slow Sync/Red-eye Reduction, 1st Curtain Sync, 2nd Curtain Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps), 160 x 120 (15 fps) | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 100 Mbps, MP4, H.264, AAC1920 x 1080 @ 60p / 28 Mbps, MP4, H.264, AAC |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 3840x2160 |
Video data format | H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 308 gr (0.68 lbs) | 616 gr (1.36 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 113 x 73 x 46mm (4.4" x 2.9" x 1.8") | 130 x 94 x 119mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 4.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 330 shots |
Form of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | 2 x AA | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 secs, 3 images x 10 secs) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC/MMC/MMCplus/HC MMCplus | SD/SDHC/SDXC card |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Retail price | $250 | $399 |