FujiFilm F80EXR vs Panasonic ZS1

Below, we will be matching up the FujiFilm F80EXR and Panasonic ZS1, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals FujiFilm and Panasonic. The image resolution of the F80EXR (12MP) and the ZS1 (10MP) is relatively close but the F80EXR (1/2") and ZS1 (1/2.5") come with totally different sensor dimensions.

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The F80EXR was revealed 14 months after the ZS1 which makes the cameras a generation away from one another. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting through a full comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the F80EXR grades vs the ZS1 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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For those who are looking to travel with your camera often, you're going to have to factor its weight and volume. The FujiFilm F80EXR offers physical measurements of 99mm x 59mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 210 grams (0.46 lbs) and the Panasonic ZS1 has sizing of 103mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") and a weight of 229 grams (0.50 lbs).

Take a look at the FujiFilm F80EXR and Panasonic ZS1 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are working with during that time. The following is the front view physical size comparison of the F80EXR and the ZS1.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the F80EXR and ZS1 is 92 and 91 respectively.

Typically, it is very difficult to visualise the gap in sensor dimensions only by looking through specifications. The image underneath might provide you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the F80EXR and ZS1.

To sum up, the 2 cameras have got different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The F80EXR using its bigger sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field easier and the FujiFilm F80EXR will provide you with greater detail because of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop shots much more aggressively. The younger F80EXR is going to have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.