Canon SX530 HS vs Panasonic ZS80

On this page, we are analyzing the Canon SX530 HS versus Panasonic ZS80, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by competitors Canon and Panasonic. The resolution of the SX530 HS (16MP) and the ZS80 (20MP) is fairly similar and both cameras boast the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SX530 HS was released 4 years prior to the ZS80 and that is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras have different body design with the Canon SX530 HS being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic ZS80 being a Compact camera.

Before getting right into a complete comparison, here is a quick summation of how the SX530 HS scores against the ZS80 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX530 HS and Panasonic Lumix DC-ZS80. The complete galleries are provided at Canon SX530 HS Gallery and Panasonic ZS80 Gallery.

If you're going to carry your camera frequently, you have to take into account its weight and size. The Canon SX530 HS has external dimensions of 120mm x 82mm x 92mm (4.7" x 3.2" x 3.6") and a weight of 442 grams (0.97 lbs) and 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).

See the Canon SX530 HS versus Panasonic ZS80 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have chosen during that time. Below is a front view measurement comparison of the SX530 HS against the ZS80.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SX530 HS and ZS80 is 69 and 86 respectively.

Normally, it is hard to imagine the difference between sensor sizing simply by reviewing a spec sheet. The photograph underneath might give you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the SX530 HS and ZS80.

As you can see, the two cameras have the same sensor dimensions but different MP. You should anticipate the Panasonic ZS80 to offer more detail as a result of its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop photos a bit more aggressively. The older SX530 HS is going to be behind when it comes to sensor tech.