Fujifilm XP80 vs Panasonic ZR1

Lets take a closer look at the Fujifilm XP80 vs Panasonic ZR1, one being a Waterproof and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by companies FujiFilm and Panasonic. There is a huge difference between the image resolutions of the Fujifilm XP80 (16MP) and ZR1 (12MP) but both cameras boast the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm XP80 was announced 5 years later than the ZR1 and that is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving straight to a detailed comparison, here is a brief overview of how the Fujifilm XP80 matches up versus the ZR1 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm XP80 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR1. The whole galleries are available at Fujifilm XP80 Gallery and Panasonic ZR1 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to lug around your camera frequently, you will have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm XP80 provides physical dimensions of 104mm x 67mm x 26mm (4.1" x 2.6" x 1.0") with a weight of 179 grams (0.39 lbs) while the Panasonic ZR1 has dimensions of 98mm x 55mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") along with a weight of 158 grams (0.35 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have attached at that moment. The following is a front view size comparison of the Fujifilm XP80 against the ZR1.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm XP80 and ZR1 is 93 and 94 respectively.

Generally, it's hard to envision the difference between sensor measurements only by reviewing specifications. The visual underneath should give you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm XP80 and ZR1.

Plainly, both of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same MP. You should expect to see the Fujifilm XP80 to deliver more detail with its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop photos more aggressively. The more modern Fujifilm XP80 is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.