Canon SX220 HS vs Panasonic ZS80

Let's look more closely at the Canon SX220 HS and Panasonic ZS80, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by manufacturers Canon and Panasonic. There is a large difference between the resolutions of the SX220 HS (12MP) and ZS80 (20MP) but both cameras posses the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The SX220 HS was introduced 8 years prior to the ZS80 and that is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving right into a in depth comparison, here is a concise overview of how the SX220 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 SX220 HS & Panasonic Lumix DC-ZS80. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon SX220 HS Gallery & Panasonic ZS80 Gallery.

For those who are planning to lug around your camera, you'll need to consider its weight and size. The Canon SX220 HS features exterior dimensions of 106mm x 59mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.3" x 1.3") having a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs) while 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).

Contrast the Canon SX220 HS and Panasonic ZS80 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that time. The following is a front view measurements comparison of the SX220 HS versus the ZS80.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the SX220 HS and ZS80 is 96 and 86 respectively.

Often, it is difficult to visualize the difference between sensor measurements only by looking at technical specs. The visual here might provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX220 HS and ZS80.

As you have seen, both the cameras come with the identical sensor size but different megapixels. You can expect to see the Panasonic ZS80 to give you greater detail using its extra 8MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The older SX220 HS is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.