Fujifilm SL300 vs Panasonic ZS80

Here is a thorough review of the Fujifilm SL300 versus Panasonic ZS80, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Panasonic. There exists a huge gap among the image resolutions of the Fujifilm SL300 (14MP) and ZS80 (20MP) but both cameras have the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm SL300 was manufactured 7 years prior to the ZS80 and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras have different body design with the Fujifilm SL300 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic ZS80 being a Compact camera.

Before getting right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the Fujifilm SL300 grades against the ZS80 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm FinePix SL300 and Panasonic Lumix DC-ZS80. The entire galleries are provided at Fujifilm SL300 Gallery and Panasonic ZS80 Gallery.

In case you're looking to carry your camera often, you'll have to factor in its weight and size. The Fujifilm SL300 enjoys physical measurements of 122mm x 93mm x 100mm (4.8" x 3.7" x 3.9") with a weight of 510 grams (1.12 lbs) while the Panasonic ZS80 has specifications of 112mm x 69mm x 42mm (4.4" x 2.7" x 1.7") with a weight of 327 grams (0.72 lbs).

Analyze the Fujifilm SL300 versus Panasonic ZS80 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are employing at the time. Underneath is a front view scale comparison of the Fujifilm SL300 vs the ZS80.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm SL300 and ZS80 is 67 and 86 respectively.

More often than not, it is very hard to envision the gap in sensor sizing simply by checking out technical specs. The photograph here will provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm SL300 and ZS80.

As you have seen, both of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same resolution. You should anticipate the Panasonic ZS80 to provide extra detail due to its extra 6MP. Greater resolution will let you crop photos a bit more aggressively. The older Fujifilm SL300 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.