Canon SX420 IS vs Panasonic ZS80

Here, we are reviewing the Canon SX420 IS versus Panasonic ZS80, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by companies Canon and Panasonic. The resolution of the SX420 IS (20MP) and the ZS80 (20MP) is fairly similar and both cameras have the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SX420 IS was revealed 3 years prior to the ZS80 which is quite a big difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Canon SX420 IS being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic ZS80 being a Compact camera.

Before going right into a in depth comparison, here is a concise overview of how the SX420 IS grades vs the ZS80 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX420 IS & Panasonic Lumix DC-ZS80. The full galleries are provided at Canon SX420 IS Gallery & Panasonic ZS80 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to carry around your camera, you need to take into account its weight and size. The Canon SX420 IS enjoys external measurements of 104mm x 69mm x 85mm (4.1" x 2.7" x 3.3") accompanied by a weight of 325 grams (0.72 lbs) whilst the Panasonic ZS80 has specifications of 112mm x 69mm x 42mm (4.4" x 2.7" x 1.7") and a weight of 327 grams (0.72 lbs).

Analyze the Canon SX420 IS versus Panasonic ZS80 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are using at that moment. The following is a front view size comparison of the SX420 IS compared to the ZS80.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SX420 IS and ZS80 is 80 and 86 respectively.

More often than not, it is hard to visualize the gap between sensor sizes purely by reviewing a spec sheet. The image here will help offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the SX420 IS and ZS80.

As you can see, the 2 cameras come with the identical sensor size and the same resolution so you can expect similar quality of photos although you need to take the launch date of the products into consideration. The more aged SX420 IS is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.