Canon SX610 HS vs Panasonic ZS80

Below, we are contrasting the Canon SX610 HS versus Panasonic ZS80, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by manufacturers Canon and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the SX610 HS (20MP) and the ZS80 (20MP) is very close and they possess the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The SX610 HS was revealed 4 years earlier than the ZS80 and that is a fairly large difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a brief highlight of how the SX610 HS matches up vs the ZS80 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX610 HS & Panasonic Lumix DC-ZS80. The full galleries are provided at Canon SX610 HS Gallery & Panasonic ZS80 Gallery.

For anybody who is going to lug around your camera frequently, you will need to take into account its weight and volume. The Canon SX610 HS has got external measurements of 105mm x 61mm x 27mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 191 grams (0.42 lbs) whilst the Panasonic ZS80 has sizing of 112mm x 69mm x 42mm (4.4" x 2.7" x 1.7") with a weight of 327 grams (0.72 lbs).

Contrast the Canon SX610 HS versus Panasonic ZS80 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have chosen during that time. Here is the front view measurement comparison of the SX610 HS compared to the ZS80.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SX610 HS and ZS80 is 93 and 86 respectively.

Normally, its hard to visualize the gap in sensor measurements just by viewing technical specs. The visual here might offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the SX610 HS and ZS80.

As you can tell, the 2 cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the same MP so you can expect comparable quality of photos although you will need to consider the launch date of the cameras into account. The older SX610 HS will be disadvantaged in sensor technology.