Fujifilm S8400W vs Panasonic ZS80

On this page, we are looking at the Fujifilm S8400W versus Panasonic ZS80, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Panasonic. The image resolution of the Fujifilm S8400W (16MP) and the ZS80 (20MP) is very similar and both cameras boast the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm S8400W was unveiled 5 years before the ZS80 and that is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras have different body design with the Fujifilm S8400W being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic ZS80 being a Compact camera.

Before we go into a full comparison, here is a short summary of how the Fujifilm S8400W grades versus the ZS80 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm FinePix S8400W and Panasonic Lumix DC-ZS80. The full galleries are provided at Fujifilm S8400W Gallery and Panasonic ZS80 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to lug around your camera frequently, you have to consider its weight and volume. The Fujifilm S8400W features external measurements of 123mm x 87mm x 116mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 4.6") having a weight of 670 grams (1.48 lbs) and the Panasonic ZS80 has sizing 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 Fujifilm S8400W versus Panasonic ZS80 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are employing at that moment. Following is a front view measurements comparison of the Fujifilm S8400W compared to the ZS80.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm S8400W and ZS80 is 61 and 86 respectively.

Generally, it is hard to envision the contrast between sensor measurements simply by reviewing specifications. The visual below will provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm S8400W and ZS80.

Plainly, each of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same megapixels. You should expect to see the Panasonic ZS80 to offer you more detail having an extra 4MP. Greater resolution will help you crop pics a bit more aggressively. The older Fujifilm S8400W is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.