FujiFilm S4000 vs Panasonic ZS80

Here, we are contrasting the FujiFilm S4000 versus Panasonic ZS80, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by brands FujiFilm and Panasonic. There exists a big gap among the image resolutions of the S4000 (14MP) and ZS80 (20MP) but both cameras have the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The S4000 was revealed 8 years earlier than the ZS80 which is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the FujiFilm S4000 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic ZS80 being a Compact camera.

Before going straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a short summation of how the S4000 matches up versus the ZS80 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for FujiFilm FinePix S4000 and Panasonic Lumix DC-ZS80. The full galleries are viewable at FujiFilm S4000 Gallery and Panasonic ZS80 Gallery.

In case you're planning to carry around your camera often, you'll need to consider its weight and volume. The FujiFilm S4000 offers outer measurements of 118mm x 81mm x 100mm (4.6" x 3.2" x 3.9") and a weight of 540 grams (1.19 lbs) while the Panasonic ZS80 has sizing of 112mm x 69mm x 42mm (4.4" x 2.7" x 1.7") along with a weight of 327 grams (0.72 lbs).

Check the FujiFilm S4000 versus Panasonic ZS80 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have attached at the time. Underneath is a front view proportions comparison of the S4000 and the ZS80.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S4000 and ZS80 is 67 and 86 respectively.

Typically, it is very difficult to see the gap in sensor sizes simply by looking through technical specs. The picture below might offer you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the S4000 and ZS80.

As you can tell, both of these cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same megapixels. You should expect to see the Panasonic ZS80 to provide you with more detail because of its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also let you crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The more aged S4000 will be behind when it comes to sensor technology.