Casio EX-100 vs Panasonic ZS80

In this article, we are analyzing the Casio EX-100 versus Panasonic ZS80, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by rivals Casio and Panasonic. There is a considerable difference among the image resolutions of the EX-100 (12MP) and ZS80 (20MP) and the EX-100 (1/1.7") and ZS80 (1/2.3") feature different sensor size.

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The EX-100 was revealed 5 years prior to the ZS80 which is a fairly large difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before going through a in-depth comparison, below is a quick summation of how the EX-100 scores against the ZS80 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Casio Exilim EX-100 & Panasonic Lumix DC-ZS80. The full galleries are available at Casio EX-100 Gallery & Panasonic ZS80 Gallery.

If you are planning to travel with your camera, you will want to take into account its weight and size. The Casio EX-100 enjoys exterior measurements of 119mm x 67mm x 50mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 2.0") along with a weight of 389 grams (0.86 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).

Look at the Casio EX-100 versus Panasonic ZS80 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are working with at that time. Following is the front view overall size comparison of the EX-100 vs the ZS80.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the EX-100 and ZS80 is 83 and 86 respectively.

Generally, it is very tough to visualize the difference in sensor dimensions purely by seeing specs. The image here should provide you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-100 and ZS80.

All in all, both cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The EX-100 using its larger sensor is going to make achieving shallower DOF easier and the Panasonic ZS80 will provide extra detail because of its extra 8 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop pics far more aggressively. The more aged EX-100 will be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.