Canon SX510 HS vs Panasonic ZS80

Here, we will be reviewing the Canon SX510 HS vs Panasonic ZS80, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by brands Canon and Panasonic. There is a big difference between the sensor resolutions of the SX510 HS (12MP) and ZS80 (20MP) but both cameras have the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SX510 HS was unveiled 5 years earlier than the ZS80 and that is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a short view of how the SX510 HS scores vs the ZS80 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX510 HS and Panasonic Lumix DC-ZS80. The full galleries are viewable at Canon SX510 HS Gallery and Panasonic ZS80 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to lug around your camera frequently, you should consider its weight and size. The Canon SX510 HS has got exterior dimensions of 104mm x 70mm x 80mm (4.1" x 2.8" x 3.1") accompanied by a weight of 349 grams (0.77 lbs) whilst the Panasonic ZS80 has specifications of 112mm x 69mm x 42mm (4.4" x 2.7" x 1.7") having a weight of 327 grams (0.72 lbs).

Look at the Canon SX510 HS vs Panasonic ZS80 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have at that moment. Here is a front view physical size comparison of the SX510 HS vs the ZS80.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the SX510 HS and ZS80 is 80 and 86 respectively.

Often, it's hard to imagine the gap between sensor measurements simply by looking at a spec sheet. The photograph underneath might offer you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX510 HS and ZS80.

Clearly, each of these cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different MP. You should count on the Panasonic ZS80 to give you extra detail having an extra 8 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop shots way more aggressively. The older SX510 HS is going to be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.