Fujifilm XP80 vs Panasonic ZS7

Here, we will be looking at the Fujifilm XP80 vs Panasonic ZS7, one being a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies FujiFilm and Panasonic. There is a crucial difference among the image resolutions of the Fujifilm XP80 (16MP) and ZS7 (12MP) but both cameras offer the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm XP80 was introduced 3 years later than the ZS7 and that is a fairly serious gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving straight to a thorough comparison, here is a short highlight of how the Fujifilm XP80 scores versus the ZS7 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm XP80 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS7. The whole galleries are provided at Fujifilm XP80 Gallery and Panasonic ZS7 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to carry your camera, you will have to factor its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm XP80 features outside dimensions of 104mm x 67mm x 26mm (4.1" x 2.6" x 1.0") and a weight of 179 grams (0.39 lbs) whilst the Panasonic ZS7 has proportions of 103mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") and a weight of 218 grams (0.48 lbs).

Take a look at the Fujifilm XP80 vs Panasonic ZS7 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Following is a front view sizing comparison of the Fujifilm XP80 against the ZS7.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm XP80 and ZS7 is 93 and 91 respectively.

Usually, its tough to envision the difference in sensor sizing only by going through technical specs. The graphic below might give you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm XP80 and ZS7.

As you have seen, each of these cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same megapixels. You should count on the Fujifilm XP80 to show more detail using its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop shots way more aggressively. The younger Fujifilm XP80 is going to have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.